
'The People's Justice' — A Conversation with Judge Amul Thapar about Justice Clarence Thomas
Thinking in Public with Albert Mohler
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The Battle Over Eminent Domain
This chapter delves into the legal battles and moral implications surrounding a city's use of eminent domain to take private property for private development purposes. It explores the Supreme Court case that expanded the interpretation of 'public use,' sparking debates between living constitutionalism and originalism. The chapter also highlights the negative consequences of government displacement and questions the extent of power given to local governments.
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