It was reported on the news that casino gambling reached a new all time high in Maryland. The revenue is just pouring in. It's an economic boom. The same is expected with the legalization of recreational marijuana. A big revenue stream is expected from that as well. Just imagine all the good that money can do!
This morning, on the same channel, a toll free number was being posted, in case you have a gambling problem! This number is being funded by, you guessed it, the same people that are creating the problem.It's rather an amazing thing really. The state has decided to just legalize gambling, as long as they get a cut. Like so many other states it started with a few scratch off cards. Hey, what harm can it do right, a diversion from everyday life. That was followed by what? Playing the numbers. Yeah, the state calls it pick # or Mega-Millions but what are they? Playing the numbers. That's what the criminals called that, The numbers would come from various sources. You bet on whether your number(s) would come in. When I was little it was rumored the barber would take your bet. I don't think he had a number to call when you had a problem with gambling, I think a few of his friends might visit you for some intensive therapy.
Now Maryland is talking about legalizing recreational pot. Hey, what harm can it do? People are already drinking alcohol, what difference does it make? The alcohol industry doesn't fund AA or offer a help line. When the state starts selling pot a portion of the profits will go toward rehab centers! That's being proactive! It's fine as long as you have a plan. Strangely if you abuse prescription drugs that's the fault of the prescriber, if you use abuse pot, you know develop a problem with it, that will be your fault! But, the difference will be, a toll free number you can call for help! That'll take care of that.
I know , I'm just an old guy that doesn't understand anything. I get it, I'm not cool. I understand that people need to use alcohol, do drugs and gamble. Why, it's a right guaranteed by the Constitution, this is a free country! Well, you could say that and it would contain a bit of truth. Remember John Adams did say our constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. I would say deciding to legalize those behaviors falls into the category of moral and religious. The people making the laws, ie: you and I through our elected officials, decide on that. What is it really saying when we vote, aye! Are we making a moral and religious choice? Roe V Wade? A moral choice? Does anyone really believe it is moral to kill babies? No, they don'y, but they justify that " choice " by attempting to deny that is exactly what they are doing. Oh, it's a fetus, it isn't a baby. It's only a bunch of tissue. The justification goes on and on. It's to save the Mother! It's alright though, we have planned parenthood! Planned Parenthood doesn't directly fund abortions! That is what you will hear and technically that is accurate. They just refer their clients to the appropriate clinic/doctor. In my eyes, they are 100% complicit.
My point is simply why legalize those things we know are going to cause a problem? Hey, those things are already a problem! Does anyone believe the problem goes away just because it is legal? Why where those things not allowed in the first place? Was it because no one could make money off of them? No, vice has always provided a revenue stream, even in the hardest times. Exactly what is vice? Immoral or wicked behavior is the answer. Who decides what is vice? We the people do. Looks like we have changed our mind! We recognized that gambling and using mood altering drugs wasn't a good thing and so labeled them as a vice. Just like infidelity, we knew that wasn't good, or having several wives at once. Of course in today's world all that is being called into question as well. Maybe, it isn't so bad after all. The reason? All this moral and religious stuff is getting in the way. I just want to do whatever I want to do! As long as I ain't hurting you, I should be able to do whatever I want! Thing is, just because you want to do it that doesn't make it right. And the law of the land is supposed to benefit the majority of the population. That's exactly why we formed a republic! Yes, people will break the law to indulge in their vices. Not much can be done about that. But legalizing those vices does not alter the result. That's why we need AA, Gamblers Anonymous, therapists, and various programs to help people with their vices!
Well, the bottom line is it will generate revenue. So yes, it will be legalized, regulated and taxed. No stopping that! Our constitution can't stop that, just as John Adams pointed out. The only thing that can stop that is a moral and religious people. I question whether those attributes are being encouraged today. Was a day when it was well accepted that a man's handshake was as firm as any contract. And today what do we have, caveat emptor, my friend. And that phrase is thrown like a spear! Buyer Beware, it is your responsibility to check the quality and suitability of goods you purchase. Except now we are saying, hey if it causes any problems here's a toll free number you can call! That absolves me of any complicity. Just like Pilate washed his hands of the decision to crucify Jesus. Let the people decide. And why did they decide to kill Jesus? It was a matter of PC. Political Correctness, also know as changing the words. The religious leaders calling what Jesus said and the deeds he did by various names. He was a blasphemer, a sinner, he associated with tax collectors and whores. And the people jumped on the band wagon. The people wanted to see the show! And so the people decided. A moral and religious choice? It was legal.
This morning, on the same channel, a toll free number was being posted, in case you have a gambling problem! This number is being funded by, you guessed it, the same people that are creating the problem.It's rather an amazing thing really. The state has decided to just legalize gambling, as long as they get a cut. Like so many other states it started with a few scratch off cards. Hey, what harm can it do right, a diversion from everyday life. That was followed by what? Playing the numbers. Yeah, the state calls it pick # or Mega-Millions but what are they? Playing the numbers. That's what the criminals called that, The numbers would come from various sources. You bet on whether your number(s) would come in. When I was little it was rumored the barber would take your bet. I don't think he had a number to call when you had a problem with gambling, I think a few of his friends might visit you for some intensive therapy.
Now Maryland is talking about legalizing recreational pot. Hey, what harm can it do? People are already drinking alcohol, what difference does it make? The alcohol industry doesn't fund AA or offer a help line. When the state starts selling pot a portion of the profits will go toward rehab centers! That's being proactive! It's fine as long as you have a plan. Strangely if you abuse prescription drugs that's the fault of the prescriber, if you use abuse pot, you know develop a problem with it, that will be your fault! But, the difference will be, a toll free number you can call for help! That'll take care of that.
I know , I'm just an old guy that doesn't understand anything. I get it, I'm not cool. I understand that people need to use alcohol, do drugs and gamble. Why, it's a right guaranteed by the Constitution, this is a free country! Well, you could say that and it would contain a bit of truth. Remember John Adams did say our constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. I would say deciding to legalize those behaviors falls into the category of moral and religious. The people making the laws, ie: you and I through our elected officials, decide on that. What is it really saying when we vote, aye! Are we making a moral and religious choice? Roe V Wade? A moral choice? Does anyone really believe it is moral to kill babies? No, they don'y, but they justify that " choice " by attempting to deny that is exactly what they are doing. Oh, it's a fetus, it isn't a baby. It's only a bunch of tissue. The justification goes on and on. It's to save the Mother! It's alright though, we have planned parenthood! Planned Parenthood doesn't directly fund abortions! That is what you will hear and technically that is accurate. They just refer their clients to the appropriate clinic/doctor. In my eyes, they are 100% complicit.
My point is simply why legalize those things we know are going to cause a problem? Hey, those things are already a problem! Does anyone believe the problem goes away just because it is legal? Why where those things not allowed in the first place? Was it because no one could make money off of them? No, vice has always provided a revenue stream, even in the hardest times. Exactly what is vice? Immoral or wicked behavior is the answer. Who decides what is vice? We the people do. Looks like we have changed our mind! We recognized that gambling and using mood altering drugs wasn't a good thing and so labeled them as a vice. Just like infidelity, we knew that wasn't good, or having several wives at once. Of course in today's world all that is being called into question as well. Maybe, it isn't so bad after all. The reason? All this moral and religious stuff is getting in the way. I just want to do whatever I want to do! As long as I ain't hurting you, I should be able to do whatever I want! Thing is, just because you want to do it that doesn't make it right. And the law of the land is supposed to benefit the majority of the population. That's exactly why we formed a republic! Yes, people will break the law to indulge in their vices. Not much can be done about that. But legalizing those vices does not alter the result. That's why we need AA, Gamblers Anonymous, therapists, and various programs to help people with their vices!
Well, the bottom line is it will generate revenue. So yes, it will be legalized, regulated and taxed. No stopping that! Our constitution can't stop that, just as John Adams pointed out. The only thing that can stop that is a moral and religious people. I question whether those attributes are being encouraged today. Was a day when it was well accepted that a man's handshake was as firm as any contract. And today what do we have, caveat emptor, my friend. And that phrase is thrown like a spear! Buyer Beware, it is your responsibility to check the quality and suitability of goods you purchase. Except now we are saying, hey if it causes any problems here's a toll free number you can call! That absolves me of any complicity. Just like Pilate washed his hands of the decision to crucify Jesus. Let the people decide. And why did they decide to kill Jesus? It was a matter of PC. Political Correctness, also know as changing the words. The religious leaders calling what Jesus said and the deeds he did by various names. He was a blasphemer, a sinner, he associated with tax collectors and whores. And the people jumped on the band wagon. The people wanted to see the show! And so the people decided. A moral and religious choice? It was legal.
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