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A Bad Bet for New York

Commentary/Op-Ed - July 2010

A Bad Bet for New York

In this Off the CUF commentary, Hugh O'Neill argues that video slot machines won't be enough to save Aqueduct Race Track. Instead, he says it's time for state officials to consider a better use for 192 acres of public land next to one of the nation's busiest airports.

By Hugh O'Neill

Tags: economic growth boroughs queens

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