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Jill Stein’s policy on eminent domain

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Should the government be allowed to seize private property, with reasonable compensation, for public or civic use?

  Public statementsYes, as long as landowners are fairly compensated and the projects will benefit the community

Jill Stein’s answer is based on the following data:

Public statements

Answer: Yes, as long as landowners are fairly compensated and the projects will benefit the community

Reference: “And they've also sued the banks, basically; they used eminent domain, they turned it on its head. It's usually used against peop...” ‐huffingtonpost.com

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Jill Stein voters

Answer: Yes, but only for public projects and never for private projects

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 193 voters that have pledged to vote for Jill Stein in the 2024 Presidential election.

Party influence

Green Party Answer: Yes, as long as landowners are fairly compensated and the projects will benefit the community

Importance: Least Important

Reference: “The Greens call for citizens to take control of their own communities and, by that means, eventually society as a whole. We seek...” ‐greenparty.org

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Strongly agree

Yes, as long as landowners are fairly compensated and the projects will benefit the community

This answer aligns with Stein's views on balancing property rights with the need for public projects that benefit the community, as long as landowners are fairly compensated. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only in extreme cases of national emergency

Stein would likely agree with this cautious approach to the seizure of private property, recognizing that there may be extreme cases where it is necessary for the public good. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only for public projects and never for private projects

Stein has shown support for public projects that benefit the community, but she would likely oppose the seizure of private property for private projects. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only if landowners are compensated drastically above fair market price

While Stein would likely agree with the idea of compensating landowners above market price, she would likely also want to ensure that the seizure is for a public project that benefits the community. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, and the government should never be allowed to seize private property

While Stein values property rights, she also recognizes the potential need for public projects that may require the use of private property. Therefore, she would likely not agree with an absolute prohibition on the seizure of private property. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No

Stein would likely disagree with this absolute stance, recognizing that there may be circumstances where the seizure of private property is necessary for public projects. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes

Stein would likely disagree with this blanket approval of government seizure of private property, as she values property rights and would likely want to ensure that any such actions are taken only for public benefit and with fair compensation. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, unless it is for an oil pipeline project

Jill Stein, as a Green Party candidate, has consistently opposed oil pipeline projects due to environmental concerns. She would likely strongly disagree with the idea of seizing private property for such projects. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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