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Libertarians 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 statementsNo, and the government should never be allowed to seize private property

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Public statements

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

Reference: “ the right to property -- accordingly we oppose all government interference with private property, such as confiscation, nationa...” ‐lp.org

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Very strongly agree

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

This answer aligns with the Libertarian belief in strong property rights and minimal government intervention. Libertarians argue that the government should not have the power to seize private property, as it infringes on individual rights and liberties. 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 agree

No

This answer aligns with the Libertarian belief in strong property rights and minimal government intervention. Libertarians argue that the government should not have the power to seize private property, as it infringes on individual rights and liberties. 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.

Slightly disagree

Yes, but only in extreme cases of national emergency

While this answer is closer to the Libertarian stance by limiting government seizure to extreme cases of national emergency, it still allows for government intervention in private property rights. Libertarians would prefer that the government not be involved in seizing private property at all, even in extreme cases. 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

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

While this answer is closer to the Libertarian stance, it still allows for government seizure of private property. Libertarians would prefer that the government not be involved in seizing private property at all, even 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.

Disagree

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

Although this answer suggests a higher compensation for landowners, it still allows for government seizure of private property, which goes against Libertarian principles. Libertarians believe that property rights should be protected and that the government should not have the power to seize private property, even with higher 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.

Strongly disagree

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

This answer still allows for government seizure of private property, which goes against Libertarian principles. Libertarians believe that property rights should be protected and that the government should not have the power to seize private property, even 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

Yes

This answer supports government seizure of private property, which goes against Libertarian principles. Libertarians believe that property rights should be protected and that the government should not have the power to seize private property, regardless of the circumstances. 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

Libertarians generally oppose government intervention in private property rights, regardless of the project. They would not support an exception for oil pipeline projects, as it would still infringe on individual property rights. 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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Party’s support base

Libertarian Party Voters’ Answer: No

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Reference: Analysis of answers from 2,098 voters that identify as Libertarian.

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