O'Malley Scouts Slots

Gov. Martin O'Malley said yesterday that he is dispatching a Cabinet secretary on a fact-finding mission to racetracks in neighboring states that allow slot-machine gambling.

Thomas E. Perez, secretary of labor, licensing and regulation, said he plans to start with a visit next week to Philadelphia Park in Bensalem, Pa., which opened slot-machine operations in December and reaped $175 million in wagering in the first three weeks, according to racing industry publications.

"We want to look at our competition in other states, to see why it is they've been able to infuse their racing industries with new life," O'Malley (D) said.

The planned trips to Delaware, Pennsylvania and West Virginia -- states that fuel their horse-racing purses with revenue from slot machines on site -- are the strongest public signal to date that O'Malley is seriously considering expanded gambling.

The fortunes of the state's racing industry have declined as racetracks compete with tracks in surrounding states that have slots. The machines also could offer a partial solution to the state's looming budget shortfall.

O'Malley has indicated support for a "limited" number of slot machines at racetracks, and he said yesterday that they could be part of a "comprehensive solution to our budget challenges." He said he is in talks with Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. (D-Calvert), a leading slots proponent, and House Speaker Michael E. Busch (D-Anne Arundel), who opposes expanded gambling.

By Phyllis Jordan |  June 14, 2007; 10:47 AM ET  | Category:  Lisa Rein
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Posted by: Andrea | June 14, 2007 1:00 PM

Also in the news concerning the O'Malley administration:

"Judge Susan A. Sinrod ruled that Greg Maddalone was fired illegally by the O'Malley administration because of his political ties to former Gov. Robert L. Ehrlich Jr., a Republican."

"Democratic lawmakers in 2005 accused the Ehrlich administration of illegally firing thousands of state workers because of their ties to previous Democratic governors."

"After the Democrat-controlled General Assembly spent 13 months and $1.1 million of public funds to investigate the charges, Mr. Ehrlich was found to not have fired anyone illegally."

Oh, but don't look for the story here in the WaPo! Oh no, such stories are verboten 'round here.

Posted by: Rufus | June 14, 2007 1:16 PM

Many think O'Malley was elected as the "anti-Erlich". There was a general assumption...not held by all who voted for O'Malley, that he would stop the gambling lobby, stop the ICC project, and balance the budget. The ICC and the budget deficit are tough ones...that no one expects instant closure. However, the slots thing was pure Erlich. I'm hoping that this "scouting" is just a set up for MD moving past slots and on to more progressive and productive business.

Posted by: Donny | June 14, 2007 1:48 PM

Why is there no mention of the Judge's ruling that Maddalone was illegally fired by O'Malley? It's in the WashTimes, Examiner, WBAL TV & Radio and AP has put out a report on it. If you have time to focus on O'Malley getting a stress fracture than you certainly have time to focus on such a controversial subject as hirings and firings!

Posted by: John | June 14, 2007 2:21 PM

Indded - why is the Post ignoring this O'Malley firing scandal. Incredibly, they also refuse to report the story that the Vice President was abducted by aliens and a look-a-like Dick Cheney is actually instructing the president. GIMME A BREAK! Erlich was NOT re-elected for many reasons. O'Malley won...deal with it...digest the sour grapes already! If O'Malley fails as badly during his term...he will join Erlich in the "one-termer" club. Let's see how he does (stress fracture or no stress fracture).

Posted by: Jerry | June 14, 2007 3:22 PM

If O'Malley and the Democrats hadn't spend $1.3 million, started a committee and whined about Ehrlich's alleged 'political' firings for 3 years than it would be no bgi deal Jerry, but they did. What is good for the goose should be good for the gander. Why shouldn't the same standards apply? Because they're Ds? Mosk had plenty of time to write lengthy stories about Ehrlich, but the Post is ignoring the same stories about O'Malley. It's pathetic.

Posted by: John | June 14, 2007 3:27 PM

Watch this blog for more on the Maddalone firing

Posted by: Phyllis Jordan | June 14, 2007 4:03 PM

Where has the washingtonpost been on the political firings by the o'malley administration? They seemed to have no problem publishing info on joe steffen trashing ehrlich in article after article. But complete silence when an independant judge condemns the O'Malley administration for firing based soley on party affiliation. Check out the ruling and some research on over 150 vacancies here....
www.omalleywatch.com

Someone has to keep track of this governor and not just give him a free pass...

Posted by: MD4Gore | June 14, 2007 6:45 PM

I'll be looking for it Phyllis. I figured you guys would have had it immediately since I've always considered the Post as the news source, but it looks like you guys got scooped by the Washington Times, Examiner, and others! Will keep my eyes posted, will we get to see it today since it became news yesterday?

Posted by: John | June 14, 2007 7:01 PM

See item above.

Posted by: Phyllis Jordan | June 14, 2007 7:23 PM

Does anyone really read the Washington Times? That's the Moony paper, right?

Posted by: Jerry | June 15, 2007 8:20 AM

Yes Jerry, some people read the Washington Times to get the news the WaPo can't or won't cover.

But I know some folks are happier with only part of the story, so carry on.

Posted by: Rufus | June 15, 2007 9:19 AM

No offense intended. I believe in freedom of press and freedom of religion. I just prefer the Post...but I do remember the days of the Washington Star. While you have the right to enjoy the Times, I just don't think much of it and I question its agenda - its owned by a regilious cult (I know many question the WaPo agenda). I actually do miss the days of the Star...when Washington really did have two competing papers and MANY folks actually had the Post AND the Star delivered. Carry on...TGIF.

Posted by: Jerry | June 15, 2007 9:32 AM

Ahem! Back to the topic at issue, SLOTS. Previously, I have read of a proposal to give counties veto power over slots in any individual county. Does anyone know where stands this today?

Reason I ask has to do with Maryland State Lottery. Last year, at a trade show in Baltimore, I bumped into two lottery reps who, if I correctly recall and understood what they said, was that Maryland State Lottery had maxed out all it's private sector agent opportunities, statewide, with the exceptions of Baltimore City and PG County. I did not have time to press the details further, and am willing to stand corrected.

I'm a white guy, and that sounds downright suspicious to me.

All legislators who vote in favor of slots anywhere, should be required to designate a facility in their district to accept slots.

More particularly, if the government thinks we need slots, then I suggest a bank of slots in the lobby of every government office building, with extra slots in the Annapolis buildings.

Posted by: Count Bobulescu | June 16, 2007 1:07 AM

Slots, slots, slots! Slots are for losers. You can have slots, when I can walk into a casino on the Annapolis waterfront and win some money at a crap table. Now, theres a game!

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