1.  For what purpose does Mayor Brown of Riviera Beach, Florida say he wants to use eminent domain in his town?  What reason does he give for doing so?

2.  How has eminent domain been traditionally used in accordance with the Constitution?  Which amendment to the Constitution has protected people from having their houses confiscated for private use?  How did the recent Supreme Court ruling on Kelo v. New London change the Constitutional meaning? (para. 8)  How does this ruling contradict the purpose of the judicial branch?

3.  How many homes might be taken from people in this town?  How many years does the developer say it will take to complete the billion-dollar project?  The mayor says people need jobs.  What will the people do between the time their home is confiscated and the time the new jobs at the waterfront complex are available in 15 years?

4.  Who wins if the mayor is able to use eminent domain in Riviera Beach?  Who loses?  Explain your answers.  The article states that Riviera Beach is predominantly black.  Does it make a difference if the mayor is a white Republican or a black Democrat?  Explain your answer.

5.  Do you agree with the Supreme Court's ruling on eminent domain?  Explain your answer.  If your home were to be confiscated to make way for a new luxury mall that would create jobs and bring more tax dollars to your town, and your family were to be paid market value for the property, would it be ok with you?  Explain your answer.