Thirty-seven percent of gamblers dip into their savings to fulfill their habit

Gambling is being subsidized by the taxpayers

Taxpayers would likely be responsible for treating addicts

Casinos don't bring business except for the gambling boys

Gamblers spend 10 percent less on food; 25 percent less on clothing and 35 percent less on savings

The lightning spread of 'Western-style' gambling overseas has increased the problems of addicted and problem gamblers, organized crime and alleged corruption in Asia and the Middle East

No reputable economist anywhere believes it's gambling an economic tool