Letter: Mashantucket Tribe values casino workers

Letter: Mashantucket Tribe values casino workers (September 10, 2007)

"The front-page story titled “Unions on casinos' doorstep,” published Sept. 3, contained a serious misstatement of fact that needs to be addressed. The story quoted a union leader as saying Foxwoods employees fell into a category known as “at will,”...

Oklahoma tribes generate nearly $2B in revenues

Oklahoma tribes generate nearly $2B in revenues (September 10, 2007)

Oklahoma tribes took in nearly $2 billion at their casinos in 2006, The Oklahoman reports. That's up 22.7 percent from the year before. And with 92 casinos already in operation, more are on the way. "I believe there are several...

Editorial: Don't keep Choctaw casino meetings secret

Editorial: Don't keep Choctaw casino meetings secret (September 10, 2007)

"Local business, elected leaders and the Choctaws ought to keep their discussions about a possible casino in Jackson County public. Casino supporters and opponents will best serve their causes by open meetings and full disclosure. Casino opponents would be wise...

Editorial: Delay decision on Massachusetts gaming

Editorial: Delay decision on Massachusetts gaming (September 10, 2007)

"Gov. Deval Patrick was wise to delay his decision on casino gambling in Massachusetts until later in the month, saying that he still has more information to wade through. This is a decision that will affect the state for generations....