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Siegelman's Lottery
- Don Siegelman, a popular Democratic governor of Alabama, championed a state lottery for education.
- Republicans, backed by gambling interests, opposed it and Siegelman lost a contested reelection bid.
Gambling and Politics
- Gambling is often opposed under the guise of morality, but the real reasons may be more complex.
- Powerful gambling interests influence politics to maintain their monopolies and prevent competition.
Siegelman's Indictments
- After surviving a fraud case, Siegelman aimed for reelection but faced new indictments.
- These charges, allegedly influenced by Karl Rove, ultimately derailed his political career.