Dozens Indicted by Feds in $1 Billion Gambling Ring
Taking wagers from Costa Rica and Panama
Quick passage and approval of legislation follows racketeering scandal
They could just legalize ... Nah
Tied to company accused of using Internet cafes as front for illegal gambling
For decades, Nevada was the only state where gambling was allowed.
As they compete for business, states fight for tax revenue
Allegedly ran a protection racket for a gamblingoeration
Hey why not let all of them build and let the market sort it out?
What did they think this was, a free country?
For years the Nutz Poker League, along with several competitors, has been running free tournaments at bars and restaurants in the Tampa Bay area.
$2.5 million on candidates to protect billions in profits from the market
In support of candidates who will oppose casinos in the state (you know, competition).
Several offshore betting sites have also given refunds
Changed hands in the wrong direction, anyway
Agreements still require legislative approval, which is where opponents (rival tribes) have the most influence
Plan would have allowed five more casinos, one in Chicago.
State Supreme Court will allow voters to decide whether to allow eight more facilities.