When Governor Walker announced his decision on Jan. 23 to reject the Menominee's proposed casino in Kenosha, he acted without considering the big picture -- 10,600 jobs, $810 million private investment in Wisconsin, new revenue-sharing payments totaling $1 Billion, a $250 million bond that protects Wisconsin taxpayers, and an opportunity to help the Menominee, Wisconsin's original residents, pull themselves out of poverty.

Good governance and effective leadership demands that public officials consider the common good, and not bow to threats, intimidation & bullying.