Nina V. Kazitskaia

статья посвящена теме пополнения бюджета СССР посредством денежно-вещевых лотерей. Представлены ключевые характеристики лотерей в период с 1958 по 1991 год.

the chapter examines the history of lotteries as a mechanism for the random distribution of assets and a fundraising tool, as well as their role in financing socially significant projects. The evolution of lotteries is traced from the first European draws of the 15th century in Burgundy, Flanders, and Italy to the national lotteries of the modern era. The contradictory reputation of lotteries is demonstrated: from Adam Smith's “tax on ignorance” to Thomas Jefferson's “voluntary tax.” Using the example of the United States, the article reveals the use of lotteries to finance cities, roads, scho...