MADISON, Wis., When over $150,000 in campaign contributions from gaming interests looking for Governor Doyle’s approval to located an off-reservation casino in Kenosha may not be enough, you do the next best thing, double-down and hire Governor Doyle’s former campaign manager,” said Brian J. Nemoir, Executive Director of Enough!.
Richard Judge, who until earlier this year was managing Governor Doyle’s re-election effort, was recently added as a lobbyist for Kenasha Gaming Development, LLC., the collective looking to advance the off-reservation Kenosha Casino.
As the Bureau of Indian Affairs assumedly nears a decision on the application for an off-reservation casino in Kenosha, key interests associated with the Kenosha off-reservation effort have contributed in excess of $150,000 to the Governor Doyle’s reelection efforts. Prior to permitting an off-reservation casino in Kenosha, the request would require the Governor’s approval.
“Big dollar donations, coupled with adding someone who has a very tight relationship with Governor Doyle to the lobbying payroll, is a sure-bet to keep Kenosha gaming interests’ relationship with the Governor cozy.”
Enough! is a growing and diverse grassroots coalition opposed to the expansion of off-reservation gambling in Wisconsin. For more information please contact Brian J. Nemoir, Executive Director at 608.268.6777 or visit: www.enoughwi.com