Analysis | How more is less when it comes to gambling in Alabama
A "lottery only" bill would leave the state with more casino gaming than the comprehensive bill
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See recent postsA “clean lottery” is incredibly stupid
There is a proposal that would allow for only a "clean lottery" — an idea that would cost us $500 million and 12,000 jobs.
House gambling proposal emerges, passes committee Thursday
Brown's gambling legislation now moves to the Alabama House for consideration sometime after the Legislature's week-long spring break.
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See recent postsAnalysis | The gambling bill passed its first hurdle, but why is the state picking winners
Critics say the gaming bill is picking winners by limiting licensing locations. It's also protecting local businesses.
Analysis | We already have lots of gambling in Alabama, just no revenue
Critics of gambling legislation often argue they don't want gaming in Alabama. It's way too late.
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See recent postsState lotteries are a Squid Game
Holding a giant jackpot over the head of desperate people is an unethical way to generate revenue.
A new plan for a lottery, sports wagering, gaming
New legislation filed Thursday would bring a statewide lottery, sports wagering and five state-licensed casinos to Alabama.
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See recent postsWill gambling be addressed in 2022?
If legislators are listening to their constituents, they are hearing one thing.
Tim James begins third gubernatorial run with fire and brimstone
"And I am running for governor because I believe the leadership in this state have capitulated to the political structures that control Montgomery," James said.
A new push for a comprehensive gambling bill
New ads promote the economic impact of approving a comprehensive gambling and lottery bill.