“I personally think gambling is a waste of time. But if the opportunity is there for the state to make money and people still want to spend money on it, then I say go for it.”

— Ryan Desemo, information technology support, Lawrence

“Yes, absolutely. It's a big moneymaker, and the state really needs the money right now.”

— Carrie Neighbors, business owner, Lawrence

“Yes. People are gambling anyway, and it brings in good money for the state. Maybe they'll lower our taxes.”

— Garrett Harper, landscaper, Lawrence

“I have no problem with it. I don't see why they shouldn't.”

— Pam Brown, postal clerk, Lawrence