We’ve written openly and often in this space about casinos and gambling in general, and, for the most part, we have advocated for the support of Atlantic City’s casinos, and expanded gambling offerings such as online gaming and betting on sports.
Atlantic City has been a hub of economic development for New Jersey since the 1970s. The city’s casinos have long been the state’s defining attraction to out-of-state guests, even more so than its expansive beaches, which are a huge summertime draw.