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Originally Posted by longsuffering
Yeah! Damn Indians exercising their democratic rights. Let's teach 'em a lesson! 
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You forgot the part where the "inherent rights" they get (like tax-free casionos!) are inherently undemocratic.
Excluding the casino makes sense to me... if they vote to play hardball, the city should play hardball too. They're the NHLPA in this situation. Yes, you have the right to vote on a proposed deal, but if you don't want to accept reasonable, affordable compensation, you get locked out. There's no reason for the city to give up a bargaining chip without getting something back.