Americans Right to Gamble Online: An Editorial
A U.S. freelance writer discusses the rights of Americans to gamble online. The editorial explains the U.S. government’s violation of American civil rights in a free, democratic society.
Detroit, MI (PRWEB) February 27, 2005 -- James Lowery discusses the rights of
Americans to gamble online. The editorial explains the U.S. government’s
violation of American civil rights, constitutional rights, the Americans with
Disabilities Act and other rights accorded to those living in a free, democratic
society. The U.S. Government’s recent sensational actions against Americans who
operate and/or participate in online gambling are cited.
The editorial
includes comments on the U.S. government’s current actions mirroring the
historical days of the past. Mr. Lowery states, “Its so bizarre, in fact, that
it mirrors identically the days of prohibition of alcohol that it makes one
wonder if our government has lost its collective memory (…mind).” Pointing out
the current U.S. President’s admitted alcoholic addiction and recovery from it,
Lowery asks, “Do we assume that to gamble online proportionately denies that
same saving grace to those who choose such entertainment? Just because one
enjoys a glass of wine with dinner or enjoys a hand of poker or even making
sports more exciting by placing a bet, does not make one an
addict...”
The government’s use of the 1961 Wire Act as reason to stop
the operation of online gambling in the U.S. elicits Lowery's quizzical
commentary: “Wasn't Congress at that time addressing the issue commonly known as
"The Mob?" I hardly think that a homebound senior citizen desiring to gamble a
nickel slot machine online for her own entertainment, in the comfort and safety
of her own home, that it can then be deduced that she is the spouse of the
‘Godfather.’ “
In addressing the rights of the disabled under the
Americans with Disabilities Act, Lowery summarizes these rights as “The Law, in
a nutshell, simply allows the right to employment, services, programs and
activities that non-disabled citizens enjoy.” Mr. Lowery’s belief in the
freedoms of democracy are summarized in his statement that, “Our government
needs to be reminded that we have a right to enjoy it…even the right to gamble
online.”
Contact:
James Lowery, G4U News, 313-492-5452
http:// www.gamble4u.com/gamble-online-editorial.htm
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Source : http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/2/prweb212811.htm