Of course one only has to look at this part to realize what is happening:
" And though General Fund spending on education has increased since the lottery was created, the percentage of the General Fund dedicated to education has dropped."
Interesting stuff but apparently LEGAL:
"Although the stated intent of the lottery was to supplement education funds, the language of the bill changed before passage, allowing the option to replace existing education money."
Tom
I believe the final figure is $50M. The initial withdrawal was returned however Bev later took $50M which hasn't been returned according to Locke:
http://www.carolinajournal.com/articles/display_story.html?id=6778
Of course one only has to look at this part to realize what is happening:
" And though General Fund spending on education has increased since the lottery was created, the percentage of the General Fund dedicated to education has dropped."
Interesting stuff but apparently LEGAL:
"Although the stated intent of the lottery was to supplement education funds, the language of the bill changed before passage, allowing the option to replace existing education money."
She's "legal" - STUPID but legal
Vog