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There is a strong indication Cuomo wants to appoint one or more top officials of the racing association, as well as some Trustees. If so, New York State would take…
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Kentucky primary: Chance to vote for horse industry supporters
After a tumultuous year for the Senator from Georgetown, Ky., in which the racing industry saw the former Breeders' Cup…
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One Person Not Excited About the Triple Crown
"Aw, fuck," I can just hear New York Governor Andrew Cuomo mutter disgustedly when he learned that some horse won…
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Something fishy about NYRA controversy?
The most disturbing part of this whole controversy, however, is not the behavior of NYRA officials, but that of New York political leaders including the Governor and his high level…
May 19 2012, 7:31am | Visit source ›
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By now, you may have read NYRA's response to The Letter which represents a potential first salvo in a bid…
May 18 2012, 7:55am | Visit source ›
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By now, you may have read NYRA's response to The Letter which represents a potential first salvo in a bid…
May 17 2012, 8:33pm | Visit source ›
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Here is the link to the "nuclear letter," as described by Tom Precious on Bloodhorse.com, sent to NYRA Chairman of…
May 16 2012, 7:23am | Visit source ›
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The Rail: Debate Swirls Around Race-Day Medication
The New York State Racing and Wagering Board received an overwhelming response to its call for public comment as it weighs whether to pursue a ban on race-day medication. The…
May 16 2012, 5:26am | Visit source ›
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Kling: New York racing at a crossroad
When NYRA was awarded the renewed franchise it gave up something to get something. It ended its claim to own the real estate which encompasses Saratoga Race Course, Aqueduct, and…
May 11 2012, 5:09am | Visit source ›
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Members of the NYRA Board of Trustees met privately and directly with Governor Cuomo on Wednesday to discuss reforms to…
May 10 2012, 1:45pm | Visit source ›
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Steve Crist issued a statement on the Form's website regarding his involvement in the Racing and Wagering Board's investigation of…
May 1 2012, 8:10pm | Visit source ›
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Cooperation, New Lines of Communication and Ignorance
Right now I should be on the road to Chicago but I had to delay my departure to put down…
May 1 2012, 7:07am | Visit source ›
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As they say, the cover up is often worse than the crime, and man, is it ever in this case…
May 1 2012, 5:05am | Visit source ›
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Congressional hearing on horse racing: Testimony and statements
A Congressional subcommittee has concluded testimony at a special hearing in Kennett Square, Pa., on safety and welfare issues in…
April 30 2012, 9:08am | Visit source ›
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Capitol Confidential: Report says NYRA president misled the public on overcharges
The credibility of New York Racing Association President Charles Hayward came into question in a report released today by the Racing and Wagering Board. The report paints Hayward, who has…
April 30 2012, 8:56am | Visit source ›
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Congressional Hearings for Race Day Meds Today Monday April 30, 2012
You've probably seen a news item for today that Congress is conducting hearings for Race Day Meds. What you may…
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Horse racing back in front of Congress at PA hearing: Watch live, follow Ray
As much as some members of Congress – at today’s hearing of the Committee on Energy and Commerce’s Subcommittee on…
April 30 2012, 6:48am | Visit source ›
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NY Times: State Report Says Race Track Owners Knowingly Withheld Millions
The operator of the Saratoga, Aqueduct and Belmont racetracks knowingly withheld nearly $8.5 million that was due to bettors over a 15-month period, according to a new state report, and…
April 30 2012, 5:26am | Visit source ›
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Horse racing back in front of Congress at Pennsylvania hearing
As much as some members of Congress – at today’s hearing of the Committee on Energy and Commerce’s Subcommittee on…
April 30 2012, 5:16am | Visit source ›
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Bossert: Satish Sanan, owner of Curlin and other winners, eyes reform in thoroughbred racing
Despite his success, Sanan is troubled by what is happening to the sport he loves and is determined to help fix it. “It’s in major turmoil,” he says. “We have…
April 29 2012, 12:56pm | Visit source ›
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Cooperation Could Boost Minnesota Racing Purses
It looks as if sitting down together actually does get something positive accomplished. Minnesota’s racetracks did not get racino legislation…
April 29 2012, 7:16am | Visit source ›
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Congressional hearing will be missing important viewpoints
Can the federal government make things better when it comes to the regulation of medication policies for horse racing? A…
April 27 2012, 8:21am | Visit source ›
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Congressional Hearing: Witness List a Stacked Deck
Six of the nine witnesses invited to speak at Monday's hearing of the United States House of Representatives Committee on…
April 24 2012, 5:56pm | Visit source ›
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Congress schedules subcommittee hearing on horse racing
For the second time in four years a subcommittee of the United States House of Representatives' Committee on Energy and…
April 23 2012, 2:24pm | Visit source ›
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Ontario's (Canada's) Fight for Our Future
The Canadian Sportsman has put out a 24 page insert, titled "Fight for Our Future" which talks about what the…
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View From the Racetrack GrandstandApril 19 2012, 10:22am | Visit source ›
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Hasty Decision To End Slots Program Must Be Reversed
The horse racing industry in Ontario is now in the homestretch regarding the slots at the racetrack program that has…
April 19 2012, 9:50am | Visit source ›
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KHRC committee okays Lasix phase-out plan in 4-1 vote
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission's Raceday Medication Committee, meeting Monday afternoon just before the full KHRC votes on the matter,…
April 16 2012, 10:47am | Visit source ›
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It Is Easy To Have Zero Respect For McGuinty and Duncan
The Ontario Liberal government and the OLG is plowing ahead in their efforts to kill off Ontario's horse racing industry.…
April 1 2012, 9:22am | Visit source ›
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Legislators renew push for bill authorizing federal oversight of racing
Privately, many racing officials express skepticism that federal regulation would have any meaningful impact on injury rates at racetracks, though they acknowledge that the argument is politically palatable. Many critics…
March 28 2012, 1:45pm | Visit source ›
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Udall: Times Investigation Paints Disturbing Picture of Horseracing Industry
Press Release from the office of Senator Tom Udall of New Mexico: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2012 Udall: Times…
March 26 2012, 1:42pm | Visit source ›
