Lottery issue low-key in race for N.C. governor

Lottery Post — Mon, 16 Aug 2004 13:29:08 GMT

Remember the lottery?Democrat Mike Easley backed starting a game when he ran for governor four years ago. That was a popular move since polls say a majority of North Carolinians support the state getting into the gambling biz.Easley won but hasn't delivered the goods. And it's fair for lotto fans to wonder whether he would be able to do so if elected to a second term.Unlike 2000, the current gubernatorial campaign offers a clear contrast on the issue. Easley's opponent, Republican Patrick Ballan... [ More ]