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Government can’t make up its mind on gambling

By John Stossel

Published April 1, 2014 4:00am ET

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Government can’t make up its mind on gambling — Politicians approve certain casinos and promote state lotteries, but crack down on sports bets and some charity poker games. It seems that the government dislikes gambling unless government gets to be the house. (Photo: Thinkstock) | fergregory

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