First: man oh man the phrase 'white trash' really gets on my nerves. Those people are fellow citizens, fellow taxpayers, and fellow human beings. I'd suggest that some members find a genlter way of expressing themselves, but words really aren't the problem, are they? My parents taught me that I shouldn't say "******" but, more importantly, they taught me to be color-blind. Some of the members here could stop saying 'white trash' but I'm afraid that they'd still be narrow minded bigots.

Second: a bias, based on religioius zealotry, is not nearly the only reason to dislike casino gambling (although I wouldn't lightly dismiss the concerns of those who might tend to listen to a "holy roller former state representitive"). See my previous post, and speak with anyone that lives in a community that has introduced casino gambling. There's definitely a trade-off, with the fundamental 'pro' being a gigantic influx of cash, and thus revenue for government at various levels. The "cons" are legion, but there's really no need to cite them. Unlike Deadwood, Biloxi, Atlantic City, and numerous other towns and cities, we're not in the midst of an implosion, desperate to find some way to generate revenue. Bricktown, and OKC, are doing fine. We should explore ways to continue growth, but growth can certainly continue without the sort of risks that Casino gambling brings with it.