We will lose our edge. Dominica has something to offer which no other island of the Caribbean can. It is simple economics, nature tourism is our comparative advantage. Money is not always the bottom line. If development had to be measured in money alone, then Al Capone would be the biggest asset to development in his country.
Development has to be measured in national pride.
However, quite apart from the eco-tourism and mass tourism dilemma, the question of religion enters into the gambling debate. Persons of all religious persuasions, ages and economic levels have given gladly for the glory of God and the financing of worthy causes. We are a God-fearing nation. Casinos bring with them increase in crime, and immorality. Casino gambling is something we as Dominicans should never allow to enter the shores of our island.