Archive September, 2009

New Seminole compact: Too many escapes

My first reaction to reading the latest gambling agreement between the Seminoles and Governor Charlie Crist: Uh-oh. Here we go again. Just like the 2007 original, this version gives too much to the Seminoles, and doesn’t leave enough flexibility for the state. There are way too many escape and reduction clauses, and a few new [...]

Kan. to be unlikely casino owners

In Kansas, Carrie Nation battled booze by smashing up saloons, the state school board once approved science guidelines questioning evolution and anti-abortion leaders have made their stiffest stands all burnishing the state’s conservative credentials. Now, Kansas is poised for an unlikely distinction: It is about to get into the casino business, not merely by blessing [...]

888 Gets Endorsed by TRUSTe

GIBRALTAR, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ — 888.com an industry leader in online gaming, has taken further steps to enhance the safety and security of its players by being granted the TRUSTe seal. This independent stamp of approval grants enhanced privacy and security features to players at 888.com 888 prides itself on responsible gaming practices and strives [...]