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December 2, 2005
State OKs eminent domain for Niagara Falls land sought by Senecas
AP, via New York Newsday
If you aren't convinced that New York is one of the worst states regarding eminent domain abuse, consider the latest action by Albany.
The state's economic development agency, over objections from business and home owners, will move forward with eminent domain proceedings to help the Seneca Indian Nation acquire land around its Niagara Falls casino.
Since when does the Empire State Development Corporation (the agency overseeing the development of Ratner's Atlantic Yards) take land from private property owners, including the elderly, to give to a "foreign nation?" Their justification is "economic development." Besides, who needs a home when there's a casino nearby? They're open 24 hours and serve free drinks.
Posted by lumi at December 2, 2005 7:18 AM