News reports suggest that state lawmakers are considering an expansion of gambling–including a casino for Chicago. The state of Illinois has a serious revenue shortfall, thanks to out-of-control spending habits. Gambling will not alleviate this problem.
June 2nd, 2011 | Elburn Herald | Comments Off | ContinuedAll Posts Tagged With: "David E. Smith"
Letter: Illinois legislators unwilling to listen
With unemployment near 10 percent and no end in sight for home foreclosures, many Illinois lawmakers seem to be disconnected with reality.
January 27th, 2011 | Elburn Herald | Comments Off | Continued
