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The term "bully pulpit" stems from President Theodore Roosevelt's reference to the White House as a "bully pulpit," meaning a terrific platform from which to persuasively advocate an agenda. Roosevelt often used the word "bully" as an adjective meaning superb/wonderful. The Bully Pulpit features news, reasoned discourse, opinion and some humor.

Monday, September 21, 2009

Ric Flair Featured On Lottery Ticket



RALEIGH, N.C. (MyNC.com) - The North Carolina Education Lottery unveiled a new scratch-off ticket featuring pro wrestler Ric Flair.

The new game featuring "The Nature Boy" will be available beginning September 22 at lottery retail locations statewide.

"All of us at the NCEL are thrilled about this partnership and the potential it has for bringing in a different group of players, which could result in increased sales," said Tom Shaheen, NCEL executive director in a press release.

To help get the word out about the ticket and to help the NCEL raise money for education, Flair said that he will make appearances at upcoming fairs around the state.

"Wooooooo!" is a $5 scratch-off ticket. The game features eight top prizes of $100,000 and over 500,000 prizes between $10 and $200. Players have 16 chances to win on each ticket, which corresponds with Flair's 16 championship belts.

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