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Commandeering Power in War and Politics
A critic argues the conscription of industry mirrors eminent domain and condemns a war time commandeering provision. It surveys legality, compensation, and the roles of War and Navy, urging presidential control and noting past limits on government takeover of private plants. The piece discusses electioneering and condemns the debate as baloney while recounting Civil War draft lottery methods.
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War Industries Board
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