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Old 04-04-2015, 05:59 PM   #22
Grits
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Cholly
from the press release:

" the legislation will enable Virginia’s horsemen and breeders to be able to guide the development of the racing industry in the years to come."

scary words, when you think about how the powers granted horsemen's groups nationally and in states like California have allowed them to guide the horse racing business right into the ground.
"When in Rome, do as the Romans do." So, I have no problem with this as it is a shame for a state to lose the sport of thoroughbred racing in its entirety. With this in mind, I'm glad they are working trying to work things out. Too, they may wind up with a better racing product.
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