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In a major departure from a long-held position, Kentucky Sen. Jack Westwood, a Crescent Springs Republican facing a re-election battle, says he would consider voting to put the issue of casino gambling on a statewide ballot.

In the past, Westwood, a retired teacher and staunch conservative, has opposed putting gambling before voters.

“I would not support expanded gambling, I would not support putting it on the ballot,” Westwood said during his successful 2004 re-election campaign. He made similar comments as recently as July.

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Author Contact Info: Patrick Crowley, Cincinnati Enquirer

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