Discuss, using external sources to back up your assertions, the ability of the government to take a persons land. Does it affect your opinion that this right is expressly included in the Constitution? Why or why not? Does your opinion about this authority vary depending on whether the governmental authority is the federal, state, or local government? What standard should apply when determining what constitutes a public purpose?

Melinda owns a small farm on the edge of town. The local township is in negotiations with Save-Mart, Inc., to build a new store in the town. Save-Mart has identified Melindas farm as the perfect location. Melinda is unwilling to sell the land. What are the options for the township with regard to Melindas property?

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