Sunday, February 05, 2006

The Democratic Process at Work

In the wake of Kelo v. City of New London, many states have started re-thinking their eminent domain laws. The people of the states are asking for a change to policies, and many states are listening.

Recently, an activist group tried to pass a referendum taking Justice Souter's home in Weare NH, to build a hotel. The people of the city rejected that proposal.

Isn't it wonderful when things work the way they're supposed to? The law exists. Someone challenges the law. The law is upheld. The people determine they don't like the law as it's applied. They petition for a change to the law.

1 comment:

Michelle said...

I'm impressed :)