Initiatives put property rights back in taxpayers' hands WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Voters in 9 states across the nation struck a blow for liberty today by supporting an initiative to stop eminent domain abuse. Americans for Limited Government (ALG), a major force in galvanizing support and promoting the state initiatives, is thrilled to see so many hard-fought battles won. "This is an amazing first step in the long walk away from big government," said Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Bill Wilson. "For an upstart campaign to enjoy this level of success is truly gratifying and we look forward to using our momentum to achieve great victories in the future." Voters in Arizona, Florida, Oregon, Michigan, North Dakota, New Hampshire, South Carolina, Georgia and Nevada supported proposals to prevent the government from imposing land-use measures on private property. In a statement today, ALG Chairman Howie Rich said, "I'm proud of the work that ALG and its state partners and allies have done in promoting the ideals of liberty. Our efforts have successfully raised voters' awareness about the need for fiscal restraint in the face of unchecked government spending and land grabs. We have helped lay the foundation for real advocacy on behalf of small landowners and taxpayers across the country, and our movement will only get stronger as more Americans awaken to the fact that state and local governments nationwide are out of control." Discussing ALG's post-election plans, Mr. Rich had this to say: "Where we have succeeded, you can be sure that we'll continue to build on that success. Where the initiatives to limit spending and protect homes and churches have come up short, you can be sure that we'll be back, stronger than before. This is a movement that will continue to grow." Americans for Limited Government Foundation is committed to promoting individual liberty, free markets, and the principles of the U.S. Constitution. We empower voters and grassroots groups with the knowledge they need to make real political change happen across the country. DATASOURCE: Americans for Limited Government CONTACT: Rachel Maxam for Americans for Limited Government, +1-202-701-0208 Web site: http://www.getliberty.org/

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