Casino vote is a blow to labor
Weakened role in politics seen
Democrat Ruth Balser of Newton gave the final speech on the House floor before last week's casino vote, warning of the dangers of gambling addiction. She said she was raised never to cross a picket line and considered herself a good friend of labor. (Full article: 935 words)
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