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John McCain: So if I understand your answer to Senator Udall's question, Mr. Wellinghoff, there are occasions where eminent domain is…

On the recordMarch 11, 2009
So if I understand your answer to Senator Udall's question, Mr. Wellinghoff, there are occasions where eminent domain is appropriate after all other avenues have been explored?
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain seeks clarification on the appropriateness of eminent domain.

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