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Wednesday 31 July 2002
The issue of slot machine gambling at the Pocono Downs
WVIA Public Broadcasting (Channel 44) will be presenting a special television show this evening at 8p.m. with a panel which will discuss the issue of "Racetrack Slots".
"Whether to bring slot machines to horse racetracks has become one of the hottest issues facing the state legislature. With both major gubernatorial candidates supporting the proposal, the racing industry is pressing the issue with renewed vigor. The issue is of special interest to the WVIA viewing area since one of the tracks - Pocono Downs - is located in Luzerne County."
I think it's important to note that, though he's not considered a "major gubernatorial candidate", Michael Morrill, Green Party candidate for governor of Pennsylvania, reportedly opposes racetrack slot machines. According to this news release, he opposes it for the same reason he opposed the cigarette tax increase -- "Like the cigarette tax, lottery and casino gambling revenue comes primarily from people at the lower end of the economic spectrum."
posted by Chloe | Wednesday 31 July 2002 1:46 AM
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