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Thoughts on the  6 Statewide Propositions up for vote 11/5/13

Prop 1 -   Authorize 7 new Casinos

No -   Detracts from the character of the community it is located in.

          Not an efficient fund raiser for Education or any other State  responsibility.

          Not an efficient means to provide substantial  jobs to stimulate the economy.

           Unproductive activity.  Drains more from the economy than it provides.

           Not compatible with the American Work Ethic

           More casinos means greater opportunity  for the participation of  more people that cannot afford to gamble.
 

Yes     It creates jobs and the answer to our current problem is more jobs.

           Completely compatible with our Stock Market and Lottery activities.

           Gets more people  off welfare. (highly contested view)

           Stimulates the economy.  Breeds other job producing activities.

           Provides recreation and entertainment.

Prop 2 - Give extra credits for disabled veterans on test for civil service appointments and promotions.

Yes    No opposition

Prop 3 - Increase debt limit for cities, towns etc to provide sewerage service.

Yes    Little opposition

No     Let private business enterprise provide this!


Prop 4 - Let legislature settle land disputes.

No    This should be settled by the Courts

         Little confidence in Legislature to make fair and honest decision

Yes    It is a political problem and should be settled y legislature.

Prop 5 - Give mining rights to mine 200 acres of State Forrest Preserve.

Yes    Stimulates economy. creates jobs

          Return more beneficial to State than the mineral it looses.

No     Forrest belongs to the people, should not be exploited for private gain.

          Little confidence in State to make honest and fair deal.

Prop 6  - Allow judges to stay on job until 80 years of age.

Yes    Age should not be a factor

No     Proposition should also include a test for competency