[Mr. Mulliner]

Yes, and we've got some leeway on our end too. We know what we'll go up to and I'm confident we can come to an agreement. But it would be like further confirmation to me, a further blessing, if they would take this initial offer.

I don't think I've said anything yet about a lottery referendum on our ballot tomorrow. The media here has consistently portrayed the opposition as being primarily churches and religious organizations. Although most churches do oppose it for their own reasons, that is far from an accurate portrayal of the oppostion.

Early polls showed 74% in favor. Then it was down to 64%. Last week the polls showed 53% in favor. Since all non-votes on this issue count as a "no" vote, I am feeling pretty good that the referendum can be defeated. The more people learn, the more the support slips. Plus, there is a very effective "no" ad running on the radio and I think this once "sure thing" is going down in flames.

[Molly Pitcher]

From a lottery stater: You are sooooo right! You don't want this!!

Utah Girl, I do think a person who chooses not to vote may exercize that option, however hard it is for us to understand, and quite possibly this person if pushed to vote, would be ill-informed or influenced by the leftist media.

[kayak]

I'm hoping TN votes NO on the lottery, too, Mr. M. If y'all get one then NC will definitely be next since we would then be surrounded. So far the no-lottery faction has prevailed here but if TN gets one, too, I don't think it will be long until NC follows suit.

[lodwick]

Best wishes on the offer!

Lotteries are self-imposed taxes for the stupid and poor - I hope you guys vote it down, as Texas did not.