but why the need to shun the slots? as was mentioned above, if the spouse goes, they go where the slots are. betting on horses is gambling. most who go to the track are indeed gamblers--so why not offer alternatives? hell, have a bingo parlor, some slots, video poker, keno, whatever...horse racing for many isn't about the gambling--that's not why i'm a fan--but for many it is, and it's what supports the sport. the more money flowing thru the track, the better.
since a lot of bettors can go to the otb for their betting, they need to offer other things you CAN'T get at the otb. handle is up, but attendance is down--offer what consumers want, variety.
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