I didn't read the OP, I just read the title. (short on time you know)
I have to say, as much as I regretted it, I stopped tipping players last year due to the economy. I hated to do it but hey, times are tough all over.
Okay, I went and read the OP, all I want to say is that if you have a question about tipping dealers, watch this film clip. It shows you what tables without dealers used to be like.
No actual poker players were harmed in the making of this film clip.
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