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Originally posted by sgtclub
The problem is that conservatives value the protection of property rights over urban renewal. It is not just the monetary value, but the value of the right as well.
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Ah, it's fun to watch the screw turn sometimes.
Remember, conservativism today is big government conservatism, not the libertarian conservatism that was hip back in the 80s, or the snooty upper-class conservatism of the 50s. Ty is hearkening back to 50s conservatives "cleaning out the slums" and you're hearkening back to President Marlboro Man.
Today, it's all about what big goverment can do for the Friends of George. Property rights? That what the Repubs advocate for Iraq. Otherwise, get the little guys out of the way of progress.
And, Ty, I wouldn't buy that a private development will necessarily have sufficient public benefits as described. Remember, I'm the kind of guy who questions whether a sports stadium meets the test (though, of course, I'd concede an Art Museum will almost always meet the test). I just have real questions about whether a few condos and a Dunkin Donuts get you there.
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