Assess the Following as Probably True, as Probably False, as Requiring

question 69

Essay

Assess the following as probably true, as probably false, as requiring further documentation before judgment, or as a claim that cannot properly be evaluated. Consider both the nature of the claim and the source.

"Lottery director Mark Michalko said Thursday that allegations that Californians are squandering money they once used for food to buy lottery tickets ‘are just not correct.’... California Grocers Association president Don Beaver raised the issue earlier in the week, saying five supermarket chains had complained that grocery sales dropped about 5 percent after lottery tickets went on sale October 3.”

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Definitions:

National Appeal

Refers to the ability of a political message or movement to attract support from a wide range of citizens across the nation.

Andrew Jackson

The seventh President of the United States (1829–1837), known for his populist approach and policy of Indian Removal.

1824 Election

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Vision Of Democracy

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