Three candidates for California State Senate debated the casino sought by the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria.
Incumbent Carole Migden, a Democrat, said she opposes the casino. So does challenger Joe Nation, a Democrat.
Mark Leno, a Democratic state Assemblyman, does not oppose the casino. He said the tribe has Congressional approval to have land placed in trust.
According to The Santa Rosa Press-Democrat, casino supporters recently held a fund raiser for Leno.
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Migden, Nation oppose casino; Leno says little can be done
(The Santa Rosa Press-Democrat 4/18)
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Candidates debate Graton Rancheria casino
Friday, April 18, 2008
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