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Indian Gambling is Back on the Ballot
Governor Schwarzenegger is on TV to promote a no vote on four measures that would overturn contracts he made with four Indian tribes. The deals mean that some tribes could build casinos twice the size of the largest ones in Las Vegas. Also, the Sheriff of Orange County resigns from office.
By Warren Olney • • 30m ListenGovernor Schwarzenegger is on TV to promote a no vote on four measures that would overturn contracts he made with four Indian tribes. The deals mean that some tribes could build casinos twice the size of the largest ones in Las Vegas. Also, the Sheriff of Orange County resigns from office.
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2 storiesOrange County Sheriff Steps Down
Orange County Sheriff Mike Carona faces federal criminal charges for taking money and gifts in exchange for favors. After a 60-day leave to talk to his attorneys, Carona resigned today.
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Last year, Governor Schwarzenegger negotiated contracts with four California Indian tribes. Two of the tribes could have twice as many slot machines as the largest Las Vegas casinos; the two others could vastly expand their operations.
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