Other views: We’d bet downturn continues

Let’s have a show of hands: Who is surprised that the state’s charitable gaming industry made less money in 2009 than the year before, considering the economic decline across the country? Seriously, though, was anyone shocked that North Dakotans spent only $250.8 million on bingo, pull tabs, blackjack and other games last year, compared to $265.7 million in 2008?

By: Minot Daily News, The Jamestown Sun