I am on phone and limited in links. But the state Supreme Court today turned down Texas casino promoter Michael Wasserman’s bid for more time to gather signatures for his casino amendment. The court upheld the secretary of stste’s finding that initial filings were “facially” inadequate. More later.

UPDATE: Here’s the majority opinion (two justices dissented concurred in a separate opinion but said they disagreed that Wasserman’s corporation had standing to petition the court).

Advertisement

The Supreme Court upheld the secretary of state’s finding that the petition drive failed because it was required to meet facial requirements in two ways — total signatures and signatures in each of 15 counties. Wasserman failed on the county signatures, the secretary of state said, and the Supreme Court said no evidence was presented to the contrary.

Invest in the future of great journalism in Arkansas

Join the ranks of the 63,000 Facebook followers, 58,000 Twitter followers, 35,000 Arkansas blog followers, and 70,000 daily email blasts who know that the Arkansas Times is the go-to source for tough, determined, and feisty journalism that holds the powerful accountable. For 50 years, our progressive, alternative newspaper in Little Rock has been on the front lines of the fight for truth, and with your support, we can do even more. By subscribing or donating to the Arkansas Times, you'll not only have access to all of our articles, but you'll also be helping us hire more writers and expand our coverage. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make a difference with your subscription or donation to the Arkansas Times today.

Previous article Friday: Tiger High, 2012 Salt Bowl and more Next article U.S. history, Republican version