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Massachusetts Candidate Favors Legalized Gambling

MASSACHUSETTS – As reported by the Boston Globe: "Venture capitalist Christopher F. Gabrieli said yesterday he favors legalizing casino gambling in the state, as a way of generating revenues to help cities and towns avoid property tax increases.

"The announcement makes Gabrieli the first gubernatorial candidate in the race to come out in support of building casinos.

"Gabrieli, one of three Democratic candidates vying to be governor, said he would create a gaming commission that would set regulations allowing private businesses, as well as federally recognized Native American tribes, to operate slot machines and casinos. The commission, which would also oversee the state lottery, would set aside funding to handle any increased demands for public safety and for gambling addiction support services.

"Gabrieli said casinos would bring in millions of dollars to the state that could be used to increase aid to cities and towns and ease the burden on homeowners trying to cope with rising property taxes.

"…Gabrieli said expanding legalized gambling would create jobs, boost tourism, and attract thousands of Bay State gamblers who take their money to other states…"

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