United States:
Eminent Domain Topic For Jon Stewart
24 November 2014
Fox Rothschild LLP
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Jon Stewart used eminent domain debates to criticize Republicans
over their support of the Keystone Pipeline in a recent Daily Show.
In his usual method, he juxtaposed statements by Republicans
decrying the use of the power of eminent domain and supporting its
use for the Keystone Pipeline project.
The Show's use of this topic shows two things. First,
eminent domain remains a very controversial topic and a hot button
issue. Second, when and how this power should be used is very
complicated. Permitting utilities – including privately owned
utilities – to use the power of eminent domain is hardly a
new concept. However, it is rarely the focus of debate.
Controversial projects often draw attention to this issue which was
the case with Jon Stewart.
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