Voice
Opposition to Expanded Gambling
Massachusetts Catholic Conference
May 14, 2009
The Massachusetts Catholic
Conference believes that it is not “good economic policy” to increase the
Commonwealth’s income at a cost that involves the personal well being of its
citizens. Although we disagree with Governor Deval Patrick’s overall support for
expanded gambling, we agree with his assessment of gambling’s harms, made in a
statement on September 17, 2007.
· “Expanded gambling causes
additional hardships for individuals and families”.
· “Gambling addiction increases
within the areas surrounding a casino”.
· “Increases in drug and alcohol
abuse, personal bankruptcy and even domestic violence have been documented”.
· The “impact on an affected
individual or families can be devastating.”
Governor Patrick and key members of
his administration will be holding a series of town hall meetings over the next two weeks.
Volunteers are needed to attend these forums, voice opposition to expanded gambling, and
help distribute educational material.
The meetings will be held throughout
the Commonwealth May 11, 2009 through May 21, 2009. The specific locations and dates can
be found at the following website, Governor's
Forums.
Any person who is conveniently
located near one of the town hall meetings is encouraged to attend. Interested
participants are invited to contact Michael Falcone, the Program Coordinator for Casino
Free
Thank you for your consideration.
(v) 617-367-6060
(f) 617-367-2767
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