Mayor Stoney and casino advocates in Richmond, VA, are leveraging a second casino referendum to promise a trust fund for early childhood education. Critics argue this is a morally bankrupt tactic, tying essential educational funding to gambling revenues. While the mayor threatens tax hikes if the casino isn't approved, opponents see it as a reckless gamble that jeopardizes the well-being of children and the community for the benefit of politicians and casino investors.
  • Shotgun_Alice@lemmy.world
    English
    7·
    10 months ago

    Omg, I can not believe they’re still trying to push that casino on y’all. They just won’t give up until they get a yes vote. Hate to say it but I think it’s time y’all don’t re-elect Mayor Stoney and get someone new in there.

  • mrnarwall@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    10 months ago

    I find this to just be an attempt at manipulating people into voting yes to the casino this time around. Those taxes are likely to come either way