Gambling And Prostitution?

The creation of a State lottery is in question with the lesgislature again.   It can be used to help solve the deficit issue and fund education, the proponents say.   Thus far, the lawmakers have resisted the urge to allow gambling in any form.  I find it ironic that lawmakers take the moral high grond on gambling and in the same breath, pass the bill (232) allowing civil unions..

At this point, I see no reason to ban gambling, or prostitution for that matter.  You see, both are alive and well in the State of Hawaii.  But because they are run under cover, no taxes are collected.  What the heck you ask?  I can show compelling evidence of this.

During the course of the year, all you need is a staradvertiser sports page to make my point.  For example, why would anyone need to know the winners of a sporting event so much that it is advertised in the sports page?  Is this so you can bet a lunch with a buddy?  If you believe this, I have swamp land called Kawainui Estates to sell you.  And in the same sports page, you will pictures of pretty girls advertising relaxation.   Guess what that is? 

To sum it up, there are pockets of tax dollars that politicians can utilize if they will open their eyes.  I hope this opens yours!