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Leasing the state lottery
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Governor Jim Douglas proposed to the Legislature that the state lease its lottery to a private company. The plan could potentially generate $50 million in revenue, but critics have raised a philosophical objection. We hear the pros and cons adn take your calls. Also, news analysis with VPR’s Ross Sneyd, and we listen back to some of the voices in the week’s news.VPR News
Lawmakers asking tough questions about plan to lease the lottery
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Lawmakers are asking tough questions about plans to lease the state lottery. They say the plan is risky, and that the image of the state may suffer if it allows a private company to ramp up legalized gambling.VPR News
Legislative leaders opposed to Governor’s plan to lease the lottery
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Legislative leaders are opposed to plans to lease the state lottery. They say it’s wrong to fund government by expanding legalized gambling. But Governor Jim Douglas said the deal will raise at least $50 million. He urged lawmakers to carefully consider the proposal.Vermont Edition
Gov. Jim Douglas
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Governor Jim Douglas talks with Bob Kinzel about the key issues facing the state, and takes your phone calls. Also, news analysis with VPR’s Ross Sneyd and we listen back to some of the voices in the news this week.VPR News
Democratic leaders question lottery proposal
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Democratic legislative leaders are concerned about the Douglas Administration’s plan to lease the Vermont Lottery to a private business for 30 years. The Governor says the proposal is a way to provide at least $25 million for immediate property tax relief. But the lawmakers question the social cost of relying more heavily on gambling revenue.VPR News
Evening Newscast: November 7, 2007
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Democratic legislative leaders are concerned about the Douglas Administration’s plan to lease the lottery to a private company; more…VPR News