Slots referendum may be in trouble

Slots opponents in the House of Delegates said they might have enough votes to block Gov. Martin O?Malley?s plan for a referendum to allow the machines at five locations in Maryland. But they cautioned not to underestimate the governor?s ability to sway votes and pull off a key element of his revenue measures during the special session.

“We?re close,” said Del. Luiz Simmons, D-Montgomery, a fierce foe of slots.