The propaganda put out by the tribes against this initiative is TOTAL HYPOCRISY. When tribes expand their gambling activities, it's a good thing. When nontribal establishments seek to provide similar opportunities for their patrons the same activity becomes frought with peril and unsurmountable problems. This is just an elaboration of the old "your's stinks, mine doesn't" theme, and is reason enough to support I-892.

Passing I-892 will increase competition amongst all casino/gambling establishments. That's good for the consumer. I've never wagered a cent in a WA casino, but I have enjoyed some fine dining at several of them. If competition brings $2.99 steak and eggs to a casino menu, I know where I'll be going for breakfast.

I'll vote "Yes" on I-892 because I think nontribal gaming establishments need help if they are to operate profitably alongside untaxed and unaccountable tribal casinos. I'm betting the tribes can operate leaner; they'll still have all the tax breaks in their favor, even if I-892 passes.