Everything, it seems, that could be carried or rolled on two or four wheels has been looted -- from the beautiful silk carpet that once graced the foyer to the slot machines that lined the casino walls.

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The ticket counters greet you with a disco ball, music, friendly (and beautiful) kiosks and also they literally roll out the red carpet for customers.

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Like the beautiful actresses who go the extra mile to put on their best appearance on the red carpet, politicians are as attuned to perceptions.

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