Summary
Military-owned slot machines take in $2 billion a year at U.S. bases around the world, The New York Times reported this fall. Net losses by the service men and women come to $120 million, plus another $7 million from Army bingo games on bases in this country.
One justification given by military spokespersons is that the proceeds from what amounts to a thriving business help pay for golf courses, bowling alleys, basketball courts and other recreational facilities for the troops. Another is that many of the serviceSee the full content of this document
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Slots for the Troops
people want access to the same sorts of gambling that are available to civilians.
Business so far is booming, b...See the full content of this document
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