There has never been a casino in the heart of America’s largest city — and in Hell’s Kitchen, the bid for one has brought a different kind of gamble. Backed by powerful corporations and billionaires, this project promises jobs and economic revitalization. It also comes with risks for the community, and the potential to generate billions for the developers.
The SL Green/Roc Nation/Caesars Palace proposal for Times Square is not just a casino; it’s an experiment, a proof of concept, and a referendum on power and autonomy. It’s also a demand for a new model of partnership, where commitment is demonstrated, not promised.
