Republican legislators gamble with corporate cronyism and government control
Updated May 05, 2021;
This is an opinion column.
When it comes to gambling legislation in Alabama, legislators seem to believe that the “right” policy isn’t politically viable. There’s no easy path to passage for a gambling expansion which embodies principles of meaningful competition, fair play, and consumer protection. Governor Kay Ivey’s latest attempt in the Alabama House continues to deal from a stacked deck.
Allowing gambling in Alabama isn’t actually that complicated. It’s making sure the existing gambling outfits control the game that’s gumming up the works.