The debate over legalizing sports gambling centers around government intervention, addiction, and economic impacts. Journalist Danny Funt discusses how following a pivotal Supreme Court decision nearly seven years ago, many states have legalized sports betting to generate revenue. However, the outcomes have been disappointing, revealing significant challenges for gamblers' financial and mental health. Former Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, who previously supported legalization, now advocates for college sports betting limits, reflecting concerns over harassment faced by athletes and coaches following losses, summarizing that it may have been better off confined to Las Vegas.
"I wish, in hindsight, this had stayed in Las Vegas." - Charlie Baker, former Massachusetts governor, reflecting on the unintended consequences of legalizing sports betting.
"The outcomes have been mixed, at best... it has come at a cost to gamblers' financial and mental health." - Danny Funt discussing the effects of state legalization of sports betting.
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