Our local Chumash Indians (big time casino owners) are sending some $$ to McClintock's campaign, in an effort to split the vote and defeat Arnold. It's not as if McClintock's actively soliciting their donations. I'd just as soon that cash go to someone other than Bustamonte anyway.
Also, it's not just casino money tht may be in the offing. Bustababy want to increase state cigarette taxes $1.50 a pack, meaning a pack will then cost around $6.50. Now, question time: what single group is allowed to sell tax-free ciggies? What a handy way for non-casino tribes to create tribal income.
The mistake that McClintock made was when he said yes to the money that was flowing in from the Indian casino owners. If he would have said no to the “Indian casino owners” special interest group I might see him in a “different light”.... but he sold himself out to the liberal left and special interest. He should have known when you make a “pack” with certain people, favors must be returned by turning a blind eye to the voters and keep in step with the money trail……
Vote October 7th for Arnold Schwarzenegger