US General Political News
US General Political News
Barney Frank at the World Series of Poker
Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Barney Frank, will be available for interviews Sunday at this year's World Series of Poker, being held at the Rio Hotel in Las Vegas. Congres
Goodbye Guy, Hello Obama? Goodbye Full Tilt Poker
Guy Laliberte, founder of billion dollar entertainment company Cirque du Soleil has disappeared off the Full Tilt radar.
Governor Steve Beshear Fails The People of Kentucky
Kentucky Governor, Steve Beshear, ran for governor in 2007 on a promise to supplement Kentucky's horse industry with money generated from an expansion of gambling. So far he is 0-2.
Kentucky's fierce debate over whether to legalize video gambling at horse racing tracks may have fizzled in the Senate earlier this week, but its political fallout will likely radiate into the 2010 legislative elections, the Associated Press reported on Thursday.
Odds on Governor Mark Sanford Resigning
The Fate of South Carolina Governor's Political Career is called Into Question and Bookies are Taking Bets
Wayne Allyn Root to Appear on Various News Outlets
Las Vegas, NV-Tuesday June 23, 2009--Libertarian 2008 Vice Presidential candidate Wayne Allyn Root appeared on "Cavuto" with host Neil Cavuto on FOX Business Network on Monday afternoon.
Kentucky Asks for More Time in Online Gambling Case
The Commonwealth of Kentucky has asked an Appeals Court for more time to respond in a highly publicized case concerning its failed attempt to seize 141 online gambling domains.
Issues That Destroyed the GOP: Online Gambling Prohibition
I am asked constantly by talk show hosts across the USA why I left the GOP and became the leader of a national Libertarian movement for smaller government and economic and personal freedom.
Ron Paul Gets Seduced by Sasha Cohen in Bruno Flick
The latest Sasha Cohen film, Bruno, could potentially become the summer's biggest comedy hit. The movie features a cameo appearance by none other than Republican Texas Congressman, Ron Paul. Co
No Apology But Obama Encourages Visits to Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) - President Barack Obama says Las Vegas is a good place for a quick visit, but is offering no apologies for remarks some say damaged the city's convention business.
Obama said at Nellis Air Force Base on Wednesday that there's nothing like a quick, midweek trip to Vegas. He singled out the city's sights and sounds. The comment drew cheers and applause, and Obama grinned.
Obama Arrives in Vegas for Start of World Series of Poker
They won't be able to Twitter at the poker tables but those players participating in the 2009 World Series of Poker, which gets underway this week, can still Twitter from Vegas...that is, if they c
Court Weighs in on Delaware Sports Betting Legislation
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Online Poker Key Issue White House Citizen’s Briefing Book
The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), the leading poker grassroots advocacy group with more than one million members nationwide, today praised the release of the White House Citizen's Briefing Book, a
Texas Dolly Criticizes Tea Party, Supports Obama
I guess I owe an explanation as to why I didn't play in the WPT Championship at the Bellagio. It's my favorite tournament of the year but i didn't feel up to it.
Tax Day April 15 2009 Becomes Wayne Root Day
2008 Libertarian Vice Presidential candidate Wayne Allyn Root is the only politician in America who can claim to be a small businessman, home-school dad, and citizen politician.
First Dog Bo Pays Out Zilch
Forget the fact that President Obama decided on adopting a "non shelter" dog. Gamblers were more interested in the name bestowed upon the new First Dog. Unfortunately for these gamble
Spencer Bacchus Takes Heat for Socialist Comments
Alabama Representative and staunch opponent of online gambling, Spencer Bacchus, has been called out for his own calling out of supposed "17 Socialists in the House". The Republican mad
Spencer Bacchus: 17 Socialists in The House
For Senator Joseph McCarthy back in the 1950's, it was the Communists. McCarthy came up with a list of alleged Communists from Hollywood actors to screenwriters.
Stephen Conroy Good For The World: YouTube, Fark, SlashDot Very Bad
If you've been following our coverage of Australian Senator and Communications D
Bet On Blagojevich
That's right, you can now bet on former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich or "Blago" as many call him for short.
Blagojevich was arrested on a number of federal corruption charges December 9, 2008 including attempting to sell Barack Obama's vacated United States Senate seat to the highest bidder. Ultimately, he appointed fellow Democrat and former state attorney Roland Burris on New Year's Eve 2008. After months of investigation and embarrassment in the media, "Blago" was indicted this month.
Sports Betting in New Jersey a Realistic Possibility
""The bad side of this particular lawsuit (iMEGA, et al v. Holder, et al) is if they're successful, gambling can actually spread around the other different states," he notes.
NCAA Continues to Get Lambasted for Gambling Hypocrisies
The NCAA doesn't like gambling. We know that. Yet in recent days the NCAA has been called out for its apparent softened stance on the activity.
Ron Paul Campaign Worker Steve Bierfeldt Harassed at Airport
A Ron Paul campaign worker, Steve Bierfeld, was detained and harassed at the St.
Happy Birthday Barney Frank!
Online gambling's biggest ally, Barney Frank, is celebrating his 69th birthday today in style. He's working!
The Influence Game: NFL Hires Washington Lobbyist
WASHINGTON (AP) - Politics has always been a contact sport, and the National Football League is suiting up for the game.
Worried about unwelcome attention from Congress, the NFL has established a Washington office in the last year, hired a full-time lobbyist and created a political action committee to make federal campaign donations. The league is concerned that if a work stoppage affects the 2011 season it will draw unwanted interest from lawmakers.
Congressman Ron Paul Discusses State Legalization of Online Gambling
Gambling911.com's Senior International Correspondent, Jenny Woo, sat down with Texas Republican Congressman, Ron Paul, this week to discuss the issue of legalized online gambling. Dr. Paul has been one of the most outspoken supporters of legalized Internet gambling, citing "individual rights" as a primary reason for this platform. He has even co-sponsored a bill to legalize online gambling with none other than Democrat Barney Frank, Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee.
Obama: No Stimulus Money For Vegas Casinos
A provision related to the federal stimulus bill makes it clear that Las Vegas casinos are not to receive any of the money.
Online Gambling Sites Won’t Touch Timothy Geithner Exit Bets
The online gambling industry is doing everything possible to avoid any missteps with the U.S.
Did Coach K Slam Dunk Obama?
Media reports circulated on Thursday that Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski (affectionately known as Coach K since nobody knows how to pronounce his name) had blasted President Barack Obama for selecting
Jenny Woo Versus President Obama’s Final Four Picks Challenge
It's Jenny Woo versus President Barack Obama in the Final Four. Whose Final Four picks will reign supreme?
