Now that the two Maryland casinos have announced estimated profits of over $13 million last month, I guess we're supposed to stand and applaud them and say to those who objected to casinos, "See, I told you they would make money; congrats to the state of Maryland for making such a wise decision" ("Daily Briefing," April 6).
Now let's look at the truth behind the story. Where is this $13 million plus coming from? From your neighbors, your kids, your grandparents, your moms and dads.
The house payment that wasn't made last month? Don't worry, it went to profit the state of Maryland's casinos. Your grandmother who is now broke for the month? Don't worry, it went to the bus company who transported her to the casinos.