BOSTON—A coalition of politicians, labor and business leaders is forming to support the development of resort-style casinos in Massachusetts.
The group, which includes Boston Mayor Tom Menino, officially launched its effort on Tuesday.
The Massachusetts Coalition for Jobs and Growth includes the state AFL-CIO and the mayors of other cities, including Salem and Chicopee.
They're coming together to support Gov. Deval Patrick's efforts to build three casinos in the state.
Supporters say casinos would create thousands of jobs and bring in millions of dollars of revenue to Massachusetts.
Chelsea City Manager Jay Ask says he recently got a flyer for a Chelsea Chamber of Commerce trip to Foxwoods.
Menino says approving casinos in Massachusetts is about economic survival.
