A survey of state lawmakers by The Minneapolis Star Tribune shows little support Gov. Tim Pawlenty's plan for two casinos in the Twin Cities.
Of those surveyed, nearly two-thirds in the GOP-controlled House said they opposed it. Only 24 said they support it.
Pawlenty, a Republican, initially backed a state-run casino in partnership with three tribes. But he changed the proposal to bring in the owners of a non-Indian racetrack. His new plan calls for two casinos to be built at the site of the Canterbury Park track, which is located near the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community's casino.
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Deck appears stacked against casino plan
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Survey finds GOP opposition to Pawlenty's casino plan (AP 5/8)
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