The Texas Dolly, poker legend Doyle Brunson, has had to fight off allegations that he is a racist after publicly proclaiming he voted for Republican John McCain in this month's US Presidential Elections.
Nov 18 2008 - 9:55am
Politics
Joe The Plumber Bummer: Thumbs Nose at Global Gaming Expo
You can hear the collective sobs from organizers and attendees of the 2008 Global Gaming Expo as news broke this weekend that everyone's favorite plumber (or make that, most annoying) will not be in attendance at this week's Global Gaming Expo in Las Vegas
Nov 17 2008 - 9:52am
Obama First Puppy Name Odds Still Offered
What will the Obama's name their first puppy? George!
Nov 17 2008 - 11:20pm
Hillary Clinton Could Become Obama’s Secretary of State
Odds on Hillary Clinton become President-Elect Barack Obama's Secretary of State were long at Paddy Power but news was surfacing Thursday night that this is exactly what could happen. Paddy has since removed its Secretary of State betting odds but still offered plenty of Obama wagers (none of which were available to US customers).
Nov 13 2008 - 10:39pm
Barney Frank Asks Bernanke, Paulson to Stop Online Gambling Policies
"I am deeply disappointed to hear that your agency is moving forward with what I consider to be unseemly haste in issuing regulations implementing the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act," Congressman Frank writes to Henry Paulson.
Nov 10 2008 - 5:17pm
Obama Plans to Reverse Many of Bush Administration Policies
President Elect Barack Obama plans to use his executive powers to make an immediate impact when he takes office, perhaps reversing Bush administration policies on stem cell research and domestic drilling for oil and natural gas...and maybe online gambling?
Nov 10 2008 - 10:11pm
William Hill Won’t Post Obama Assassination Odds
In response to numerous requests asking for US President Barack Obama assassination odds, the United Kingdom's second largest bookmaker on Saturday issued a statement that it would not be offering such an option.
Nov 9 2008 - 9:41pm
Obama Assassination Bet In Bad Taste: Odds Still Offered
Ireland's biggest online bookmaker, Paddy Power, has been raked through the coals for offering a bet on which it will pay out should president-elect Barack Obama be assassinated during his first term in office
Nov 7 2008 - 10:11am
2012 US Presidential Election Odds Now Posted
It's never too soon to look ahead four years we suppose. And Sportsbook.com is doing just that. They have added a whole slate of 2012 US Presidential Election odds.
Nov 6 2008 - 1:16pm
Obama Cabinet Picks: Betting Odds Sure To Heat Up
At present few of the online gambling websites were offering Obama cabinet picks betting odds. One of the lone exceptions - Ireland's Paddy Power. And while Paddy doesn't take bets from US citizens, this election was after all a world affair so it probably won't matter much.
Nov 6 2008 - 12:15am
Odds Published On The Name Of Obama’s New Dog
President elect Barack Obama promised his young daughters they would receive a new "White House" puppy. The Obamas, it was further learned on Wednesday, would adopt - rather than buy - the new pooch. Gambling911.com is proud to present the first odds on what the Obamas will name their new pooch.
Nov 5 2008 - 9:29pm
Anti-Online Gambling Crusader Chris Gregoire Wins in Washington
In a tightly fought campaign, Republican challenger Dino Rossi conceded to incumbent Democrat Governor of Washington State, Chris Gregoire.
Nov 5 2008 - 10:20am
President Obama Betting Specials Introduced
Leave it up to our friends at Paddy Power to come up with a bunch of President Obama betting specials that unfortunately US gamblers will not be able to bet since Ireland's biggest online bookmaker does not accept customers from the States. Will that change under and Obama administration?
Nov 5 2008 - 10:05am
Sarah Palin Odds for 2012 Already Published
Oh here's a news flash - Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is not going away so fast. Despite losing the opportunity to serve as the United States first female Vice President, Palin is still a pop cultural icon - but more so perhaps, political forces have four long years to work with the one time beauty queen and make her a force within the fractured Republican party.
Nov 5 2008 - 9:43am
President Barack Obama: What This Means To Online Gambling
It's finally over. Barack Obama has been named the first Black President of the United States. So what does this mean for online gambling?
Nov 5 2008 - 11:05pm
Online Poker Players Watch Washington State Governor Race Closely
Will she stay or will she go? The Washington State Governor race is close as Democrat Chris Gregoire is facing a stiff challenge from Dino Rossi, a former state senator. The two restaged their 2004 contest that Gregoire won by 133 votes after two recounts and a lawsuit.
Nov 4 2008 - 10:57am
Sarah Palin For President 2012
Forget John McCain and Barack Obama, one enterprising website is already betting on Sarah Palin running for President in 2012.
Nov 4 2008 - 11:16pm
The Republicans Winning Ohio Get Plenty of Betting Action
When it comes to US Presidential Election betting, the best payout odds could come from state betting. Savvy gamblers know this and the wise guy clientele at BetCRIS.com appear to be all over the Republicans (and Presidential candidate John McCain) winning the state of Ohio at +400 odds
Nov 4 2008 - 11:00pm
Jenny Woo’s Interview With Republican Congressman Ron Paul
Gambling911.com Senior Correspondent Jenny Woo had an opportunity to sit down and speak with Republican Texas Congressman Ron Paul. Dr. Paul - he doesn't just kiss babies as a politician, he's also delivered over 4000 babies as a physician specialized in obstetrics and gynecology.
Nov 4 2008 - 4:26pm
Election Day Predictions: Time Tested Ways Of Forecasting Who Wins
Whether it's top selling Halloween masks, sale of 7 Eleven cups or that perfect predictor of the Washington Redskins win/loss record, Election Day prediction tools beyond that of the polls are readily available.
Nov 3 2008 - 6:44pm
The Redskins Presidential Prediction Outcome 12-0?
If the Washington Redskins win their Monday Night Football Game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Republicans will stay in office at least another four years with a win by John McCain. If they lose, Obama is the next President of the United States.
Nov 3 2008 - 3:14pm
Ron Paul On The Economy And Why The Bailout Was Bad Idea
Ron Paul has been thrust into the spotlight lately, discussing the economy and why the "Wall Street Bailout" was a bad idea. During his US Presidential run, Paul stated that we were already in a recession.
Nov 3 2008 - 4:48pm
If Obama Wins 36 Or More States….Cha Ching for Gamblers
Online gambling website Sportsbook.com has placed odds of 5/1 (+500) that the Democratic party and US Presidential candidate Barack Obama will take 35 states or more.
Nov 2 2008 - 8:49pm
Jenny Woo Talks To Barney Frank: Online Gambling Not Bad for Economy
As one of the key allies for the online gambling industry, Democratic Congressman Barney Frank has been working diligently to have the Unlawful Internet Gaming Enforcement Act (UIGEA) repealed. As chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, Barney Frank oversees housing and banking industries. Gambling911.com's Jenny Woo had a chance to sit down with Congressman Frank.
Nov 3 2008 - 2:34pm
Obama Winning Nebraska, Tennessee, Kentucky?
If you believe that the prediction markets can accurately forecast the 2008 US Presidential Election, Democrat Barack Obama should win handily but in states that might surprise many.
Oct 31 2008 - 4:38pm
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