Saturday, September 09, 2006

Racino Bill Pre-Filed For 2007

Gambling interests are making another move on Kentucky.

The problem with pinning the hopes of the state on gambling is simple. The real dollar costs associated with setting up casinos are significantly higher than promised tax revenue from the gambling. Frankly, it is a bargain to let those who want to drive to Indiana go there.

This racino business is just a back door method for increasing the size of government and raising taxes.