TIMES-HERALD Editorial: … The grand experiment of using vending machines in supermarkets and other stores was supposed to be one more step in the LCB’s metamorphosis into a more customer-friendly entity.
It turned out to be anything but, instead providing one more argument in favor of the state getting out of the booze business altogether….
“This is just another example of why a government agency should not be attempting to mimic private industry,” the House Majority Leader said. “Real customer convenience will only come once the sale of wine and spirits is moved to the private sector.” … (more)