Editorial: Lottery a losing proposition for S C
A South Carolina editorial argues against a state run lottery. It questions profit use, warns of legislative gambling laws, and fears video poker influence. The piece urges voters to reject gambling on the upcoming Tuesday ballot and to oppose expanding state revenue from a lottery.
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Letter Endorsements Stir in Aiken County Elections
Readers advocate for reelection of Dr John B Bradley to the Board of Education praising his honesty and district improvements. Others back Rick Osbon for County Council District 7 citing business experience and local leadership. The paper notes final printing day for political letters ahead of the election.
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Do Not Gamble on South Carolina Lottery
Editorial urges voters to reject a state sponsored lottery, arguing education spending should improve without gambling revenue. Warns of shell games in budgeting and negative social costs, urging involvement and electing leaders committed to education. Mentions recent flag controversy and calls for civic engagement.
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