A slowing economy has put a pinch on the state's finances, prompting elected officials to renew talk of a game to increase revenue. Lottery backers say they want the state to keep money that North Carolinians spend on games in neighboring Virginia and Georgia. Among other concerns, lottery foes, including a high-profile coalition of prominent North Carolinians, say a game would prey on the poor with promises of quick wealth, erode the work ethic and wrongly put government in the gambling business. Top 50 Companies Find out which Triad companies have the strongest stocks and the brightest outlook. Story ideas Contact the newsroom with story ideas.
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