Tribal gambling puts millions in state pot

1. 3/3/2008 6:36:27 AM, wmcol, Tulsa Misery and broken lives money. Shame on you gamblers and supporters of gambling. 2. 3/3/2008 6:50:59 AM, a, tulsa it’s just a game. Harmless when used in moderation, like many other things.

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