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In Old Borscht Belt, New Casino Brings a Glimmer of Hope

A dealer for Resorts World Catskills fans out and deals cards during dealer training in Monticello, N.Y., Dec. 17, 2017. Proponents say the $1.2 billion casino resort will revive Sullivan County, a once-booming area known as the borscht belt for its hotels, bungalow colonies and performers, appealing to Jewish vacationers. (Johnny Milano/The New York Times)