Someone, please, fix our gambling problems
For purely political reasons, we have the dumbest gambling laws in America, costing us billions and punishing our poorest citizens.
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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.
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.
A new push for a comprehensive gambling bill
New ads promote the economic impact of approving a comprehensive gambling and lottery bill.
A Q&A with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chris Countryman
Chris Countryman is campaigning for the Democratic nomination for governor of Alabama.
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See recent postsA majority of voters want expanded gambling, lottery. There’s little opposition. Why can’t it get done?
"The gambling bill would generate nearly a billion dollars in tax revenue annually and create more than 12,000 jobs. That seems worthwhile."
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See recent postsSessions ends: Gambling left on the table
"The gambling issue dominated the entire session. However, it failed in the House of Representatives."
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See recent postsWe’re not giving up on Alabamians’ right to vote on gaming, lottery
"Ending the legislative session with an opportunity missed is not just a benign lack of action."