Why Does the Texas Lottery Remain an Important Part of State

question 47

Multiple Choice

Why does the Texas lottery remain an important part of state revenue, despite criticism from many segments of society?

• A) The Texas Constitution mandates gambling.
• B) Religious leaders ultimately support gambling.
• C) No one has found an agreeable way to replace the income it generates.
• D) Individual legislators receive kickbacks from lottery officials.

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