[sergeantdave]

“the only U.S. state no longer spending money to attract visitors.”

Good. Promoting tourism should be left to the private sector. If you own a motel in a resort area, or you’re a fishing guide or you run a tour bus, print some pamphlets and advertise.

[Baynative]

I agree with you on private sector initiative. But, in the case of drawing tourism to the state by advertising the generic wonders available which in turn leads to money being spent locally, I am supportive.

For the record, with the exception of the climate and scenery, my wife and I regret moving here every day and are eager to find a more hospitable home.