If it Makes You Happy, Then Why . . .
Politicians plotting "stealth taxes" and profiteering gambling
expansionists so often pander the promises of "development" and a better
community through gambling. Consider these benchmarks from two of
America's gambling hot spots.
Nevada: 13 Unlucky Facts Every State Should Know.
Atlantic City: From Frying Pan to Fire.
Yes, Gambling Is Addictive . . .
Facts About Gambling and Addiction
Losing the Lottery
Among government's worst lies is the the notion that citizens are winning
with lotteries. The facts just don't agree. A quick reference compiled by
NCALG former board member, Bonnie King.
Lottery
Fact Sheet
An Expert's Talking Points
The Economics of Gambling. In 2003, economist Earl Grinols went to
the Pennsylvania legislature to summarize what gambling does to the economy. This is a
copy of his notes for those presentations.
Earl
Grinols Talking Points
Victims are NOT Anecdotes
So many times gambling expansionists dismiss the "social costs" of
gambling as "anecdotal." The families of those who have given up the fight
against the gambling disease tend not to agree. With sorrow, reverence and
a renewed determination, we recall these few who are real, and who are
remembered. There are many more.
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