Not Every State Wants Slot Machines

Even though more than 20 states expect deficits for 2008, still some will not bring in slot machines. They think that the amount of money that they could possibly make is not worth bringing in the slot machines and the social ills that would follow them. They would rather see their taxes raised than bring in slot machines.

Last November, Ohioans and Nebraskans voted “NO” on expanding slot machines and gambling – Rhode Islanders voted “NO” on a $1 billion slot machine casino that would come into West Warwick.

Many say that they continue to vote against the slot machines and gambling because they are afraid of what will come with them, and they are afraid that their government will use it as an excuse to spend more money.

There are concerns about health care, or education, or highways in need of repair – but there are also concerns that the slot machines will bring in addiction, suicide, despair, crime, etc. – the list goes on. Many feel that the more money you bring in from the slot machines to fix your problems just gives you new ones.

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