Dear Friends:
My opposition to slots has remained unchanged through the years. Past surveys of District 17 constituents have shown that they are opposed to this proposition as well.
One aspect of the slots proposal that especially bothers me is how much of the revenue will be going to certain groups. The table below illustrates my concerns. It is a breakdown of how the money will be split.
*FY2013 total for Maryland's benefit: $755.7 million
*FY2013 total for owners, race tracks, costs: $605.8 million
Before we vote on an issue that will have such a dramatic impact on our lives in Maryland, we need to be as well informed as possible. To that end, I am including links to recent news stories on this topic below. I hope you can look them over
Sincerely,
A simple, honest version of the slots referendum
http://www.baltimoresun.com/business/bal-bz.hancock27aug27,0,6491539.column
Potential Sites for Slots
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/metro/interactives/mdslots/?sid=ST2008072602075
(The above link is a map of the locations and links to The Sun's array of facts on the slots referendum).
SLOTS REFERENDUM - Opponents Criticize Wording of Measure
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/08/1AR2008081802309.html
Slots Foes to Offer Alternative Ballot
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/08/27/AR2008082703737.html
Cecil residents split on prospect of slots
The promise of an economic boost is appealing, but Perryville has been down that road before
http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/local/bal-slots0902,0,1554513,print.story
Big Potential, Questions for a Venue at Laurel Park
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/08/09/AR2008080901768.htm
Md. Gambling Could Mean Jackpot for Remote Resort
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/07/26/AR2008072601756.htm
Both Sides of Md. Slot Debate Cite Economy - Recent Slowdown Causes Uncertainty
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/07/13/AR2008071301797.html
