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Former Scottish first minister and SNP leader Alex Salmond dies

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Politics tamfitronics 10mHe was a giant of Scottish politics; charismatic, and for some, divisive –  Alex Salmond helped turn the SNP into a party of power.For decades he led the campaign for independence for Scotland – coming within touching distance at the 2014 referendum. It also led to his fall from the top, but love him or loathe him, his death has sent shockwaves through the political world.
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G2E: Let’s make a deal! Minnesota stakeholders have ‘framework,’ but politics still in play
12 Oct
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G2E: Let’s make a deal! Minnesota stakeholders have ‘framework,’ but politics still in play

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Politics tamfitronics Buried under the news that California tribes could bring a sports betting initiative as soon as 2026 is this: Minnesota's stakeholders have brokered a deal. Minnesota Indian Gaming Association (MIGA) executive director Andy Platto was among the panelists who joined California Nations Indian Chairman James Siva Tuesday (8 October) on a Global Gaming Expo (G2E) panel titled ‘Tribal Sovereignty and Sports Betting: A Delicate Balance’. Minnesota lawmakers have been trying for multiple sessions to legalise retail and digital sports betting. It never got a vote this year, but did get through the house in 2022. Platto, who heads up the state’s tribal alliance, has been the face and voice of Indian Country. Over time, that has meant managing relationships with charitable gaming folks, horse racetracks and more recently, professional sports teams. The tribes...
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Letters: SUN President playing dangerous politics in election campaign
12 Oct
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Letters: SUN President playing dangerous politics in election campaign

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Politics tamfitronics Politicking by the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses during the Saskatchewan election creates unnecessary fear among voters, writes Michael Lee.Published Oct 11, 2024 • Last updated 1 day ago • 3 minute readPoliticking by the Saskatchewan Union of Nurses during the Saskatchewan election creates unnecessary fear among voters, writes Michael Lee.During these uncertain times with an aging population and the many pandemic-traumatized, people want to feel safe and secure about food, shelter, personal safety and health care.It is immoral and unethical to use health care as a political football and for Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) president Tracey Zambory to attempt to set panic into our lives. This is absolutely irresponsible.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Unlimited online access to articles from across...
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