Slots, Maybe
The Massachusetts legislature is likely to consider bills this spring allowing slot machines at the state’s four racetracks, including Suffolk Downs. Signs are positive — the new House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi represents East Boston and Governor Mitt Romney supports expanded gaming. But nothing is certain and there’s little word yet on what kind of deal the tracks would get. I’m hoping something passes this year — I fear that without slots, this will be Suffolk’s last year of live racing. (Boston Globe)
