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July 29, 2004

Shinnecock Nation calls on town to stop fighting

Members of the Shinnecock Nation of New York called on the town of Southampton to stop fighting the tribe's plans for a casino.

Local officials say a casino would devastate the community. But tribal members say the town is hypocritical for allowing casino nights and other large-scale developments. The tribe also said Class III gaming is inevitable in the state.

The town has spent $582,000 in its legal battle against the tribe. The town wants a federal judge to stop the tribe from moving forward with a casino. The judge said he will rule if the tribe is qualified for federal recognition.

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