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Nighthorse Campbell is obviously not your stereotypical former politician, right down to his humble roots. He wasn’t born with a silver spoon in his mouth—far from it. The son of a Portuguese immigrant and a Northern Cheyenne Indian, Nighthorse Campbell’s early years were far from idyllic. He persevered to become one of the most well-known politicians of his time, a man of integrity and humility who fought for the American people and won.

For as long as any of us can remember, smoking or being exposed to cigarette and cigar smoke has been a part of the casino experience. In many instances, smoking is considered important to the continued financial success of a casino, which is why as more and more cities and states institute smoking bans, casinos have been largely exempted from these restrictions.

In the November issue of CEM, we discussed the importance of, and some methods for, sharing background information. But as important as formal arrangements can be to the regulatory effort, less bureaucratic techniques of communication are also a vital component of effective operations. There are probably as many different ways of connecting with fellow regulators as there are, well, regulators.

The holidays are a time for togetherness with family and friends, and it is a time to reflect upon the joys of this year. Whatever your faith may be, the holiday season fills us with a sense of spiritual recognition and revival. It signifies the end of a cycle and the beginning of a new year. We should use this opportunity to reflect on the many blessings in our lives.