One thing Governor Chris Christie can never be faulted for is not trying to improve the state of NJ for all residents. Since Governor Kean, this state has seen swindling politicians promoting embezzling, pay to play and taking from our schools to line their pockets for their own good. Christie may be abrupt, to the point and not beat around any bush, but that is the perfect remedy for this long dismayed state. Christie has battled to balance a budget, make our school districts safer with the strongest anti-bullying laws in the country, ended all possibility of pay-to-play and outright roned with authority to help both sides of the political fence to somehow get along for the good of all constituents.
Christie was blunt to come out and tell jersyans to get the hell off our beaches during hurricane Irene, then the next day, reverse that by telling them to get the hell back on the beaches so the economy does not suffer. This kind of leadership is exactly what the "rough around the edges" state of New Jersey needs to hear. We, as a state, are not prone to pacifying feelings (just ask the bennies that vacation here) and do not need a leader that thinks we are ignorant or soft. Just tell us what it is and keep it moving. That right there is Christie's strongest point.
Now, at a time where our governor can advance our state monetarily by the billions of dollars, I applaud his gruff and directness by battling the "man" to allow sports betting in NJ. With the casino industry in Atlantic City and our four racetracks, this is an opportunity that past leaders failed to capitalize upon when placed in their lap. Christie has made the claim that in the next three months, we will be able to place legal bets on sports. He may be the only one this state has ever seen that has the gumption and wherewithall to accomplish this feat. At a time where, although in his tenure, Christie has only added about 35,000 jobs to this state in a troubling economy, this may be the revenue needed to amply assist our state for decades.
Anyone opposed to this must understand that half the revenue will, and should be applied towards gambling addictions for the unfortunate that need help. Also realize this: addiction is prevalent in any society and is part of the human makeup. It is not a disease that will ever be conquered. As a community, we can only try to help the best we can. Do not let that sway the opportunity to build our towns, teach our children and improve the quality of life for all in this state. Chris Christie has pretty much stayed with his word throughout his governorship and taken this bankrupt, dilapidated and severely suffering state and carried us on his shoulders. He refuses to allow democrats and republicans to stay divided without resolve. Christie has become a national symbol by coming up with ways to allow both sides fair ground to stand on, as long as it is for the good of the people.
Allow Christie the opportunity that he has afforded us, as his constituents: backing in a pical battle that can only improve our state. Right now, the criminals take the bets and make the money. People will always place bets on all sports. Why not regulate it, tax it, and control it for the good of all? Give Christie the support he needs after all the support he has given to us over the years. Just remember, come 2016, the state of NJ may very well never see the likes of a governor as Christie has been as most likely he will be running for president; that, my friends, you can surely bet on.
Christie was blunt to come out and tell jersyans to get the hell off our beaches during hurricane Irene, then the next day, reverse that by telling them to get the hell back on the beaches so the economy does not suffer. This kind of leadership is exactly what the "rough around the edges" state of New Jersey needs to hear. We, as a state, are not prone to pacifying feelings (just ask the bennies that vacation here) and do not need a leader that thinks we are ignorant or soft. Just tell us what it is and keep it moving. That right there is Christie's strongest point.
Now, at a time where our governor can advance our state monetarily by the billions of dollars, I applaud his gruff and directness by battling the "man" to allow sports betting in NJ. With the casino industry in Atlantic City and our four racetracks, this is an opportunity that past leaders failed to capitalize upon when placed in their lap. Christie has made the claim that in the next three months, we will be able to place legal bets on sports. He may be the only one this state has ever seen that has the gumption and wherewithall to accomplish this feat. At a time where, although in his tenure, Christie has only added about 35,000 jobs to this state in a troubling economy, this may be the revenue needed to amply assist our state for decades.
Anyone opposed to this must understand that half the revenue will, and should be applied towards gambling addictions for the unfortunate that need help. Also realize this: addiction is prevalent in any society and is part of the human makeup. It is not a disease that will ever be conquered. As a community, we can only try to help the best we can. Do not let that sway the opportunity to build our towns, teach our children and improve the quality of life for all in this state. Chris Christie has pretty much stayed with his word throughout his governorship and taken this bankrupt, dilapidated and severely suffering state and carried us on his shoulders. He refuses to allow democrats and republicans to stay divided without resolve. Christie has become a national symbol by coming up with ways to allow both sides fair ground to stand on, as long as it is for the good of the people.
Allow Christie the opportunity that he has afforded us, as his constituents: backing in a pical battle that can only improve our state. Right now, the criminals take the bets and make the money. People will always place bets on all sports. Why not regulate it, tax it, and control it for the good of all? Give Christie the support he needs after all the support he has given to us over the years. Just remember, come 2016, the state of NJ may very well never see the likes of a governor as Christie has been as most likely he will be running for president; that, my friends, you can surely bet on.
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