Times are hard for the state’s two Native American casinos, what with the blossoming Internet and states full of marks such as Massachusetts planning their own gambling destinations.
Gov. Malloy made brief remarks this afternoon at a Capitol reception sponsored by the Mohegan Tribal Nation:
“…I want to be very clear that the investments that the tribe has made and the wonderful facilities they have built are a testament to their fortitude and strength, but also a testament to the fortitude and strength of the state of Connecticut. And I want to acknowledge the great financial contribution that the tribe has made to the state, pursuant to the agreements reached with state government. We have an interconnectedness that is very important…”