Based on author's dissertation (dcotoral - Claremont Graduate University), 2013.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents
Introduction -- The facts of the case and the original decisions -- The object of society : the amicus briefs and oral argument -- The evolving public use clause : the majority opinion -- At a loss what expedient to substitute : the concurring opinion -- Merely incidental benefits : O'connor's dissenting opinion -- Something has gone seriously awry : Thomas's dissenting opinion -- More like a living nightmare than a dream : the Kelo backlash -- Conclusion.