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On the recordApril 17, 2013
The power of eminent domain is an extraordinary one and should be used rarely and with great care.
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Jerry Nadler
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Nadler emphasizes the careful use of eminent domain due to its potential for abuse.

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