Includes bibliographical references (pages 135-139) and index.
Introduction: Gambling in the United States -- Point. Gambling is harmful to society -- Counterpoint. Gambling prohibition does more harm than good -- Point. Legalized gambling has adverse economic and political consequences -- Counterpoint. Legalized gambling benefits states and communities -- Point. Government promotion of gambling is bad policy -- Counterpoint. Government policy has made gambling less harmful -- Conclusion: The future of legalized gambling.
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Legalized Gambling explains how the debate over gambling has become more intense in recent years because of the proliferation of online casinos and the popularity of illegal sports betting.