Day: November 27, 2022

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What is a Lottery?

During the 16th and 17th centuries, several towns and colonies held public lotteries to raise money for town fortifications, libraries, colleges, roads, canals, and public works projects. The lotteries were tolerated in some cases, but in others they were seen as a tax and a waste of money. Alexander Hamilton, a lawyer and statesman, argued […]

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Illinois Legalizes Online Gambling

Despite its popularity, there are few states that offer legal online gambling sites. It took time to develop the infrastructure for the legalization of online gambling, but the industry is now in full swing. In Illinois, residents can wager on sports, horse racing, and other events. However, they are not permitted to bet on non-sports […]

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