Eminent Domain - The Kelo Case
Format: Streaming
Length: 4:39
Grade Level:
7-12+
Closed Captioned
In 2005, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled New London, Connecticut could use eminent domain to seize houses even for non-public use. It greatly changed how eminent domain is used in this country. Hear the Kelo case story.
Discussion Question:
Do you agree or disagree with the Supreme Court's decision in this case? Why or why not?