Billboard Hypnosis

I pass an electronic billboard on my way to work every morning. It's quite distracting, actually. Lately, there has been this ad that just says one thing: www.stoppowley.com. Ok, interesting. Apparently illegal gambling makes enough money in Akron that they can advertise against the local prosecutor. My favorite line on the site is: Citizens are not able to purchase economical long distance phone service. Hmm... what does that mean? A little research results in this fascinating article on shady gaming operations in the area. I guess one of the ways to get into the "sweepstakes" is to purchase a 1-minute calling card for 69 cents. Economical long distance service, indeed.