Has Legalizing Sports Gambling Become a Bad Bet?
January 31, 2025
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January 31, 2025
Has Legalizing Sports Gambling Become a Bad Bet?
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Summary
Sports fans can place bets on their favorite teams and athletes faster and easier than before, thanks to legalized sports gambling. But was it the wrong bet to make? Advocates say it’s been good for fans, the economy, and the sports industry. Those who say that what’s happened since legalization is a bad thing, say it’s driven a rise in gambling addiction and created a public health crisis. Now we debate: Has Legalizing Sports Gambling Become A Bad Bet?
Arguing Yes: Harry Levant, Director of Gambling Policy at the Public Health Advocacy Institute
Arguing No: Bill Pascrell III, Partner at Princeton Public Affairs Group
Nayeema Raza, Journalist and Host of "Smart Girl Dumb Questions", is the guest moderator.
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