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  • Online Gambling Bill Sponsor Jim Leach Defeated

    11/08/2006 1:30:21 PM PST · by kms61 · 26 replies · 1,373+ views
    Poker News ^ | November 8, 2006 | Amy Calistri
    While the rest of the US will be discussing the Democratic victories that secured a House majority and a potential Senate majority, most online poker players will be discussing a single victory; the one that unseated 30 year incumbent Republican Jim Leach. Leach was the sponsor of the House bill that became the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act. With his stated goals of "protecting American families" and addressing a "national security concern," Leach introduced HR 4411. In a 51% to 49% victory, political science professor Dave Loebsack defeated the longtime Republican Congressman from Iowa. In the legislative world, Leach was...