12.2.11

There is only so much
money in a community

According to the Goodman Report, during the first year of legalized casinos in Atlantic City, the city experienced a 40% drop in the number of operational restaurants. Minnesota experienced a similar drop, an estimated 35% decline in restaurants within a 30 mile radius of casino gambling.

DESTINATION CASINOS OFFER CHEAP MEALS AND
CUT THEIR HOTEL RATES TO ATTRACT GAMBLERS

  • The Horseshoe Hotel and Casino still understands that some of us want a piece of Prime rib for under ten dollars.
  • Arizona Charlie's Hotel and Casino is the place to go for the steak and eggs special all day. $2.99 gets you a decent meal.
  • Four Queens Hotel and Casino - 99¢ shrimp cocktail specials on a bed of lettuce with lemon and sauce.
  • Riviera Hotel and Casino - Offers 50¢ hot dogs special.
  • The buffet at the Sahara Hotel and Casino - last time I checked it was $8.
  • Gold Coast Hotel and Casino offers up a steak dinner with a few extras for around $8
    Cheap Eating Specials in Las Vegas hotels, By Zeke Quezad

HOW MANY OF OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES WILL BE FORCED TO LAY OFF EMPLOYEES AND SHUT THEIR DOORS?

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