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Kentucky Candidate Proposes Expansion

MIDWAY, Kentucky – As reported by the Associated Press: "Standing in front of his boys' elementary school, Democrat Ben Chandler on Monday outlined his sweeping `vision' for education: one whose funding hinges on expanding gambling in Kentucky.

"As governor, Chandler said he would work to lower the average class size, removing disruptive students from classrooms and establishing a trust fund aimed at rebuilding schools. Like his Republican opponent U.S. Rep. Ernie Fletcher, Chandler promised every child would know how to read by the third grade.

"…Previously, Chandler said he supported allowing Kentucky voters to decide on a constitutional amendment to expand gambling. Chandler has said gambling revenue should go toward teacher pay raises.

"Now, Chandler said he has expanded that idea. Under Chandler's plan, the state would use gambling revenue to establish a trust fund for educational expenses including repairing schools, providing tutors and buying new technology…"

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