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Las Vegas shines neon lights on economic recovery
Vegas is back, baby -- tan, rested and ready to lead America into recovery. What happens in Vegas might stay in Vegas (unless you are Tiger Woods), but you know it's a good sign when tourists are spending money again, bringing leisure back into their lives. The rest of the economy can't be far behind.