Gambling addiction
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| Archbishop Oscar V. Cruz |
Considering the open secret that the Philippines has a vibrant and strong haven of both “legal” and illegal gambling, attending to the reality that the Philippine government itself is in fact the biggest gambler in the country, it is not only practical but also proper to have though but a simple knowledge of the nature and consequences of gambling addiction. This marked liability has not only personal but also social repercussions that can be anything but dignifying and inspiring.
The mere mention of Pagcor plus PCSO plus Jueteng automatically means billions and billions of pesos — while many millions of Filipinos are miserable and hungry. This detestable phenomenon only means that more and more people, locals and foreigners, are becoming gamblers, be these moneyed or wanting individuals..... MORE
Source: The Daily Tribune
URL: http://www.tribuneonline.org/commentary/20120320com6.html
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