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Indians Prosper from Tax-Free Monopoly Thanks to Riley

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—When the former Gov. Bob Riley began his war on bingo in 2008, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PCI), were operating out of converted mobile homes. Today they have acquired so much wealth that they operate lavish $250 million casinos with 5 star restaurants, and are expanding to … Continued
November 11, 2015

State Supreme Court Orders Stay in VictoryLand Case

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—On Monday, the Alabama Supreme Court granted a stay in the VictoryLand case pending appeal. Circuit Court Judge William A. Shashy’s order was set to go into effect on Nov. 16, however, the Attorney General’s office had filed a motion asking the court to rule by Nov. 9, which … Continued
November 10, 2015

Rubio Opinion Answers Governor’s Question on Gaming

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—On October 1, 2015, the day before Judge William Shashy ruled the machines played at VictoryLand were legal, the Alabama Supreme Court refused to answer Gov. Robert Bentley’s question on the effect a lottery would have on gaming in Alabama. The Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PCI), along with … Continued
October 19, 2015

Let the People Vote

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter When Montgomery County Circuit Court Judge William Shashy ruled in favor of VictoryLand, many thought that would be the end of the long, costly war over electronic bingo. But, it appears, that will not be the case.  Attorney General Luther Strange has signaled his office, will appeal Judge … Continued
October 8, 2015

Hubbard Suspect Arrangements in Shadows: Opinion

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Gov. Robert Bentley can rightly take credit for taking “the first step” toward “changed the course of how we are going to fund the General Fund.” But there is a sickness in Montgomery, a disease of the conscience that has not been addressed. Once again, during the second … Continued
September 21, 2015

Stalemate Continues Despite Public Posturing

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—After legislators finished meeting last week hoping to find a solution to the failed State General Fund budget, (SGF), Speaker Mike Hubbard told Mary Sells of the Decatur Daily, “We’re not that far apart on most things.” However, State Senators and Representatives speaking on background said, that the … Continued
July 27, 2015

Gaming Bill, Lottery for Education, Scholarships

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter  MONTGOMERY—Changes to the gaming bill introduced by Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R-Anniston) received praise from Coach Pat Dye, President at the Alabama Jobs Foundation:  “I am very pleased that Senator Marsh has introduced his education lottery and gaming amendment in the Special Session,” said Dye. “There … Continued
July 17, 2015

Questions Remain About $250 Million “Advance”

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—In full page newspaper advertisements  across the State, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PCI) have said they have a “solution that is right for Alabama,” to solve our current fiscal shortfall. It is believed that over the next 45 days, the Tribe will spend around $4.5 million … Continued
July 6, 2015

Brewbaker Against Gambling Expansion

By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—As the debate over gambling heats up, one State Senator says he is dead-set against it. Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh (R-Anniston) has proposed a Constitutional Amendment that would allow casino-style gambling at seven locations in the State. “I just can’t bring myself to vote for it, and I … Continued
July 2, 2015

Dye Sends Letter to Legislators Argues Passage of Lottery, Gaming

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Legendary Auburn coach Pat Dye, has written a letter to the Alabama Legislature explaining his support for a plan to create a State lottery and regulated gaming: “Alabama is my home,” Dye wrote. “I have loved Alabama since Coach Bryant gave me my first coaching job in 1965. … Continued
June 30, 2015