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Old 03-03-2008, 12:58 PM
ArlJim78 ArlJim78 is offline
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Originally Posted by freddymo
It's apositive long term and it accelorates a cleansing that is badly needed. I think Andy meant serious repercussions to have negative implications.. I see it as a huge long term positive. The industry is dying because nobody has figured out how to earn.. So one of two things have to happen.. Either the Europeans buy up the real estate with there inflated euro and try to run these properties at cash flow break even or half the dates for racing get eliminated and the industry downsizes to something that the betting base can support.. I view the latter as a huge positive
I look at it like you, a long term positive. Once in awhile its heathy to flush out those with the wrong methods. It sets the table for future growth when others come in to pick up the pieces and rebuild under hopefully a successful model. Something has to change.
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Old 03-03-2008, 01:05 PM
sumitas sumitas is offline
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Interesting view and it does make sense. You either make money or get out. Basic economics.
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Old 03-03-2008, 01:21 PM
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Oversimplification is a dangerous thing.
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