The colony of Virginia survived and thrived by turning to tobacco and slavery. Much of the economy, even today, is based on vices. Sad but true. The largest building west of the Mississippi, which includes all of California and many other states, is located in Las Vegas, built on gambling. In fact, Las Vegas has far more hotel space than any other city in the United States, including even New York. | The colony of Virginia survived and thrived by turning to tobacco and slavery. Much of the economy, even today, is based on vices. Sad but true. The largest building west of the Mississippi, which includes all of California and many other states, is located in Las Vegas, built on gambling. In fact, Las Vegas has far more hotel space than any other city in the United States, including even New York. |