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August 30, 2005
Americans, Left and Right, Work to Counter Kelo Decision
Budget & Tax News (via, Heartland Institute)
by Paul Jacobs
Unlike many U.S. Supreme Court decisions, which leave no remedy except the arduous path of a constitutional amendment, the Kelo decision allows states to set tighter standards for use of eminent domain.
Accordingly, the country has erupted at the grassroots.
Read an update on legislatures that have taken action and opinions on whether or not their efforts will stem the tide of eminent domain being used in favor of wealthy well-connected developers.
New York state legislators have made a similar call for a moratorium until the issue can be addressed legislatively.
Posted by lumi at August 30, 2005 7:06 AM