Stevenson: Proposition A another way for casinos to dig into Missourians' pockets

Rep. Bryan Stevenson, R-Webb City, has made it clear how he feels about Proposition A. In an article just posted on the Buffalo Reflex website, Stevenson makes the following observation:

“We have seen this before,” said state Rep. Bryan Stevenson, R-Joplin. “They will tout education and economic development, but in reality it is just a way to dig deeper into Missourians’ pockets for their own profits. In this economy I have some real problems with this ballot language.”

Proposition A, of course, is paying for millions for advertising that claims it will put millions into education. The advertising fails to mention that the measure also eliminates future competition for existing casinos, eliminates loss limits, and eliminates the requirement that gamblers provide identification.