Econ Focus
The Economics of Eminent Domain
The recent Supreme Court decision on takings encourages economic development leaders but worries some economists
By Doug Campbell
Web Links
Giammarino, Ronald and Ed Nosal. “Loggers vs. Campers: Compensation for the Taking of Property Rights.” Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Working Paper 04-06, July 2004.
“Eminent Domain: How to Take the Ruling.” Washington Business Journal, July 1, 2005.
Kelo v. New London, Supreme Court decision, June 23, 2005.
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