Letter: Mississippi Choctaw casino will hurt local community

Friday, May 21, 2010  

"I live in Jones County about three miles from the Bogue Homa Reservation. The Indians struggle with the same problems the community does, improving our lives, jobs and a better place for our children to grow up.

There is talk about a small casino locating in Jones County. There are no plans for motel or housing facilities so it would target a 50 miles radius.

Let’s look at some of the joys it would bring to our county and surrounding areas.

More traffic on our country roads and highways. Insurance companies will love it.

More tired sleepy drivers who have spent hours of play.

More law officials, patrols and jail space.

More cases for our taxed court system because of embezzlement, family problems, traffic violations, etc.

More crimes – in other casino areas most crimes have increased by hundred-fold expect murder.

More voluntary fire personnel and equipment to protect us.

More increase on our existing water system.

More amusement – high-tech slots and poker – can make a gambling addict in about 14 months. More addicts."

Get the Story:
Julia Johnson: Casino will bring a lot more of everything (The Laurel Leader-Call 5/21)

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