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Nebraska Praised at Conference for Keeping Out Casino Gambling9 July 2000OMAHA, NEBRASKA - July 9, 2000 - As reported by Associated Press: "With states for years allowing casino-style gambling not far from Nebraska's borders, some wonder how that form of gambling has not crossed the borders. "The Rev. Tom Grey, a Methodist minister turned anti-gambling activist, thinks he knows the answer. "Since Nebraska has enjoyed a strong economy with one of the lowest unemployment rates in the nation, there has been no overwhelming demand to legalize casino-style gambling, which often promises increased state revenue and charitable aid, Grey said. "…In addition, Nebraska has the support of a state anti-gambling coalition, Gambling With the Good Life a must, the Illinois minister said, to stemming the tide gambling interests can create in less prosperous states. "…The anti-gambling movement can claim victories in several states, most recently in South Carolina, where the state's Supreme Court ordered the removal of 34,000 video poker machines because that form of gambling was not approved by voters. "Several other states, including Louisiana and South Dakota, also are considering legislation to withdraw or curb support of video poker games. "…[Nebraska] Activists won another battle last month when a federal judge rejected a lawsuit filed by supporters of the petition drive..." |