Do you think state-owned casinos are a good idea?
Asked at Massachusetts Street on December 18, 2009
“Absolutely not. I don’t think the state needs to get into that. We don’t need the gambling.”
— Newton Mulford, tree service owner, Lawrence
“I think it’s a very bad idea. I’ve seen some communities in Colorado that have started casinos and gambling, and the whole character has changed.”
— Emily Dick, retired, Boulder, Colo.
“Sure, why not? People are going to gamble anyway.”
— Aaron Trippel, hospital receptionist, Onega
“Yes, why not? I’m newly 21 and I experienced my first (casino) last month.”
— Erica Gronau, occupational therapy major, Newton