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Voters to Decide Wisconsin Tribal Casino's Fate

WISCONSIN – As reported by the (Wisconsin) Badger-Herald: "Blackjack! Jackpot! Such words of gamblers may soon resonate throughout Dane County if residents vote 'yes' on the upcoming Ho-Chunk casino referendum Feb. 17.

"Four bingo centers and three casinos are already located on nearly 10,000 acres of tribally owned land in Wisconsin, and if area residents approve a fourth casino in Madison, involved Indian tribes could reap substantial economic benefits.

"Lisa Pugh, spokesperson for the Coalition for the Fair Indian Gaming and Revenue Sharing Agreements, which supports the referendum, says that casino revenues could have positive effects for members of the Ho-Chunk Nation.

"…Benefits for the tribe would unfold in several areas. The Ho-Chunk would use their profits from the Dane County casino to improve healthcare, job training and the continuation of education, along with eliminating reliance on public assistance…"

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