The harm that casinos do

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The industry as a whole targets precisely those who can least afford to lose and earns most of its living from people for whom gambling has become an addiction. The IAV report cites a Canadian study that finds that the 75% of casino customers who play …
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World-Herald editorial: Fruits of addiction are often bitter

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In a state case on the matter, Council pleaded guilty to two misdemeanors, paid a $ 500 fine and said she was seeking help to address her gambling problem. In a federal case, she has pleaded guilty to wire fraud charges. U.S. District Judge Lyle Strom …
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Best of The Gazette, Sept. 24, 2013: An 11-year-old gator slayer, 5 years of 4K

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But a growing number of women are dealing with this addiction, and the warning signs are actually different than with their male counterparts, writes Rose Gruber, executive director of the Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling. ENTERTAINMENT. VIDEO …
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