The Shinnecock Nation says New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) should start discussions for a casino.

The tribe has proposed up to three casinos on Long Island. But Cuomo said he won't talk to the tribe until voters consider plans to expand non-Indian gaming in the state.

"What is 'unrealistic' is that we should have to wait two years for the possibility of the legalization of commercial gaming before a meeting of substance occurs with the governor to discuss Indian gaming, while commercial gaming corporations enjoy free access to present their gaming visions," the tribe said in a statement, Southampton Patch reported.

The gained federal recognition in October 2010.

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Shinnecocks Tell Cuomo to Open L.I. Casino Talks (Southampton Patch 6/5)