This Should Shock No One

Since there isn't a reasonable explanation for the state of Virginia continuing to be in the booze business, the following poll should be met by everyone with a big DUH:

More than half of VA voters open to privatizing state liquor system, poll shows
By Julian Walker, HamptonRoads.com

By a margin of 57-35 percent, Virginians favor Gov. Bob McDonnell's plan to end the state-run liquor system and turn retail responsibilities over to private companies, according to a new poll released by a coalion of businesses that support (and likely would profit from) privatization.

The statewide poll results are based on telephone conversations with 600 likely voters conducted over a few days late last month. It has a 4 percent margin of error and was paid for by McDonnell's political action committee, Opportunity Virginia.

On the subject of privatization, respondants were asked this question:

"As you may know, Virginia owns all of the liquor stores in the state. Do you favor or oppose selling the state-owned ABC liquor stores with the revenues to be dedicated to transportation projects across the state.”

The poll found that 33 percent of those interviewed strongly support the concept, while another 23 percent were less firm in their commitment.

Among those who oppose the plan, 20 percent strongly reject the idea and 15 percent are somewhat against it. About 9 percent of those surveyed didn't express a definitive opinion. [link]

As is the case with national politics, the Democrats here in Virginia find themselves, with their opposition to privatizing the liquor business, in a very weak minority.  Do they thrive on that sort of thing, or is there some other reason why they seek out such territory?

We the people want the state out of the business of selling demon rum.  What part of We the People do those jokers not grasp?