A casino in Murphy would be another step of progress for Murphy, after the easing of the antiquated anti-alcohol laws. Andrews prefers to remain in the dark ages, so let them wither away, if that is what they choose. Murphy would draw a lot of business from Chattanooga, Atlanta, Knoxville, etc. Cherokee is much more difficult to get to from these areas than Murphy. The out-dated arguments from the religious right, that gambling is evil and would create problems, are just based on ignorance. If someone wants to gamble, they will go to the where the gambling is. Just like alcohol, it doesn't matter where the opportunity is, it will be sought out by the wise and the foolish. The economic growth that a casino in Murphy would bring is huge. Employment and related business opportunites would bring Murphy into the 21st century.