[agrarianlady]

The developer is paying market value for the property.
Eminent domain is often used to acquire property for public improvements.
In the long run, every one benefits.

Trump would do it for a casino. I don't believe the government gets to say "everyone benefits," by a business opening its doors.

We have property rights in this country. This is a BASIC freedom issue. There had better be a *#@$ good reason for using eminent domain. It's a last resort.

[Mears]

Use of eminent domain for the Interstate Highway System was a valid use.

The entire country benefited.

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