casinos
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PublishedOctober 1, 2017
Lofty campaign promises for York County casino are no sure bet
The venue in Oxford created just a quarter of the jobs forecast in 2010, and studies like the one done ahead of November's ballot measure are meant to persuade.
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PublishedSeptember 25, 2017
Lawmakers make case that Maine’s initiative process is being gamed
As proof, members of the Legislature's Government Oversight Committee cite the dizzying array of out-of-state and overseas entities with ties to the casino question on the November ballot.
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PublishedSeptember 18, 2017
Holding all the cards, some Maine towns already debating casino
York is a highly unlikely host municipality while others would be more welcoming if state voters back a facility in York County.
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PublishedSeptember 15, 2017
Leading opponent of York County casino says backers offering ‘the same empty promises’
Rep. Louis Luchini, D-Ellsworth, responds to the release by a political action committee of an analysis predicting more jobs and revenues if the casino is approved.
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PublishedSeptember 15, 2017
Commentary: The casino success that benefited Bangor can be replicated in York County
On Nov. 7, voters across Maine will have the chance to weigh in and vote 'yes' on Question 1.
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PublishedSeptember 14, 2017
York County casino backers say project promises millions for Maine
An analysis done for Progress for Maine pegs the economic impact at more than 2,000 jobs, $64.4 million in new household earnings and at least $45 million in annual tax revenue.
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PublishedSeptember 10, 2017
Jim Fossel: Crony capitalism harms all
Writing laws to enrich the few remains detrimental to all ideologies.
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PublishedSeptember 7, 2017
York County casino backers launch campaign for November vote
A new website shows a possible gambling facility called the Vactionland Resort and Events Center, although state officials continue to probe the campaign's financial backers.
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PublishedAugust 18, 2017
Our View: What PR firm is selling is a bad bet for Mainers
Voters shouldn't be swayed by D.C. consultants into backing the ethically dubious York County casino.
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PublishedJuly 20, 2017
Legislature clears path for York County casino referendum
However, the controversial ballot initiative backed by more than $4 million in contributions is still under scrutiny for its compliance with campaign finance laws.