Economy doesn't dampen Mardi Gras festivities (AP)

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Economy doesn't dampen Mardi Gras festivities
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<p>You are not allowed to view links. Register or LoginAP - Partiers in New Orleans are taking one last chance to eat, drink and be merry before Lent. Tourism officials don't believe the economic downturn has dampened the mood at this year's Mardi Gras celebrations, and say that big crowds over the weekend and nearly full hotels bode well for the annual event.</p><br clear="all"/>


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