Galleries Web links As much of a mess as gambling in New York has become, it's not surprising that the fix isn't neatly wrapped up in a bow. For almost two years Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has fought for a constitutional amendment to expand legal gambling. That this is necessary in a state that already has nine "racinos," five Indian casinos, a lottery and horse betting in person, by computer or phone -- not to mention the illegal options -- illustrates how silly the situation is now. Cuomo wants to get the amendment passed, rationalize gaming rules and boost revenue in New York. In his efforts to do so, he has had to force the three tribes already running casinos upstate to turn over...
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