Gaming and Igra: A Tool for Self-Determination or Elimination [Journal of Aboriginal Economic Development, JAED]

Are Native peoples jumping on the gaming bandwagon without really considering the ulti- mate consequences to their communities? What of the rights of other communities that might be directly or indirectly affected by the decisions that we make today? Do we have the right to jeopardize the continued existence of other com- munities? Gaming compacts are complex and very difficult concepts for many people accept. Economic gain does not translate to political freedom in the eyes of many and these leaders and traditional people would urge caution to any community contemplating entering into a gaming compact.