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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Once the idea of a Tysons casino hits mainstream awareness (we're not there, yet) expect the opposition to ratchet up significantly.[/quote] I was against it I the beginning, but now think the area could use an economic boost. I don’t really gamble, but know plenty of people that do, and they seem normal otherwise. If it can be metro accessible, maybe not bad idea since the hotels are already there. I’d like to see the plans.[/quote]

What "economic boost" do you anticipate?   A minor increase in employment for unskilled workers, and more tax revenue for the Ds to spend on more welfare programs?  The tax revenue from a casino won't be used to reduce individual business, personal income, or property taxes, it'll just be additive so even more gov't spending can occur.  Most people won't see any benefits whatsoever, just a lot more traffic and congestion, and more low income housing for people who otherwise would have longer commutes to their employment.  [/quote]

exactly.  Taxes would go to the state, while county residents shoulder more taxes to pay extra police and shoulder burden of higher crime.[/quote]

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