Back in January, I would never have pictured Pico being among the group of six that ponied up a billion dollar bond and gave away fifteen percent of net revenue to the state. Goes to show you how things can get better.
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The huge Foxwoods in Connecticut was always held to a 25% donation to state coffers.
Pico is an accomplished politician. Definitely a cut above your average tribal chairman. He knows that in a PR battle he has met more than his match in Arnold.
Arnold likes the Indians and they like Arnold and respect him a lot more than they did a few weeks ago. They happen to be on opposite sides right now but both sides mean to do business and cut some deals. Some folks think the Indians are stupid just like they thought Arnold was stupid. It's good when people think you're stupid.