Replication Data for: “Beyond Kelo: An Experimental Study of Public Opposition to Eminent Domain"

Article Abstract: The power of government to take private property for its own use has been a frequent source of political disquiet because of the tension it creates with notions of individual rights ingrained in liberal society. The public backlash against takings after Kelo offers a case-in-point. Existing research has ignored an important cause of the backlash, the purpose for which property is taken, focusing instead on the public's distaste for the taking of homes. In order to advance our understanding of this important issue, a combination of experimental and observational studies are utilized, demonstrating that purpose is crucial in shaping attitudes.