Cherokees fight over bloodlines and casino revenue - 2004-03-28
After decades in poverty, one of the country's most storied tribes has turned against itself in a fight over bloodlines and who can be seen as a real Cherokee. Underlying the struggle: newfound casino wealth.

They also authorized an audit of the tribe's enrollment list, which could lead to some members being omitted -- and losing their annual casino payouts. Tribal officials are still deliberating how the audit will be conducted, but said DNA tests are being considered to resolve specific cases.
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U.S. Internet Gambling Policy Breaches Legislation, W.T.O. Regulations - 2004-03-28
The World Trade Organization, in its first ruling on an Internet-related conflict, has ignited a political, cultural and legal tinderbox by deciding that the United States policy prohibiting online gambling violates international trade legislation.

The decision, issued by a W.T.O. panel on Wednesday, is being labelled by operators of online casinos based overseas as a major triumph that could push America to liberalize laws outlawing their business.
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