But wait, there's more!
Today, the illustrious court ruled that cities can seize homes for private development (eminent domain).
See article here.
So, if the city will get more tax revenue from a shopping mall than from your home, prepare to move! And of course you'll be entitled to "just compensation" -- which will bear no resemblance to the actual market value of your home. No need for a public use, no. Developer wants cheap land? Condemn some homes!
Developer gets a break, city gets increased revenue, and one more American dream gets snuffed out.
And I swear, if I side with J. Thomas one more time....
Seriously, some days I just want to cry. I care too much about this country and I've invested too much of myself in achieving that ellusive American dream to kowtow to the trampling of individual rights.