Casino states want legal marijuana
Friday, September 25, 2009
So I was just reading this interesting article about the future of casino gambling if California and Nevada decide to legalize marijuana. You can read it here:
Will Casinos Cater to Pot-Smokers in the Future?There is a pretty big debate heating up over this case, with both sides adamant that their views are correct. Despite the popularity that the controversy has created, it will be no small task for both states to "pass legislation that allows them to tax and regulate the drug." Apparently, the western states are suffering heavily from the economic downturn, and the legalization of marijuana is one of their proposed cures.
This comment from the article's author has me eager to learn where he pulled his facts:
"Numerous poker players already smoke marijuana regardless of the plant's legal status, so, realistically, it makes sense for casinos to adopt tolerant policies toward pot-smoking players once pot is legal. Attracting such players to casinos in Los Angeles and Las Vegas is a no-brainer."This topic of debate is sure to have advocates for both parties, and we'd love to hear from you. So all you have to do is leave a comment below, and tell us your opinion on the state of legalizing marijuana, and how that will affect fellow casino gamers. The aforementioned article's author has made his point, so feel free to do so yourself. Here's another titbit from his editorial:
"I'm a firm believer in our rights as U.S. citizens and I believe you should be allowed to smoke weed as long as you aren't hurting other people. Instead of drowning in a bottle of liquor or pounding beers until they drop, poker players should be able to smoke a joint at a casino without being hassled by the security staff. These players don't intend to harm other patrons or cause a commotion, so it goes without saying that players who are shipping big dollars in tournament and rake fees should be treated like adults and be given a sanctuary where they can go to smoke off a rough day at the tables."
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