State Lottery Good for Education?
With the Mega Millions jackpot reaching $648 million this past week, many people are rushing to gas stations and convenience stores with hopes of luck falling on their side. For those finding heads-up pennies in Alabama, a little traveling is necessary to get a shot at the grand prize—with a drive across state lines. Earlier this week, Alabama’s House Democratic leader Craig Ford said he wants to see a lottery in Alabama, with the aim of keeping money many Alabamians spend on tickets in Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee, in-state.