Massachusetts lottery causes may have historical precidence

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codmander — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 15:33:35 GMT

i live in mass and if theres a casino anywheres near me i will move no thanks they just bring crime and trouble

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tg636 — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 13:14:46 GMT

Unfortunately, Massachusetts does not have a good track record of using additional revenues properly. The gas tax was increased in 1991 with the plan to repair roads and bridges, but obviously only emergency type work was done and the bulk of the money went elsewhere, because the casino proposal is for the same type repair work. I have no confidence that the alleged casino money will be as stated or go to the proper use, and once a casino is here, it is here to stay. Has a state ever torn down

Massachusetts lottery causes may have historical precidence

Lottery Post — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 12:12:00 GMT

After predicting this week that three modest-sized resort casinos would generate between $400 million and $450 million in tax revenues, Massachusetts Governor Patrick said, We will dedicate that revenue to improving transportation and to reducing property taxes . . . by investing casino tax revenue in refurbishing and expanding our transportation systems, we accelerate the growth of economic opportunities in every region, we ensure the safety of our roadways and bridges, and we address effect... [ More ]