Well, to begin with, Gambling is addictive, ruins marriages, destroys families and bankrupts com- munities. Once you are addicted it is very diffi- cult to stop. People have lost their houses, cars and been left out on the street after becoming addicted. Secondly, it exploits because men be- come addicted to gambling most often because of the action and risk. Women gamble to escape, and senior citizens will start gambling for the so- cial interaction. Underage gamblers often start gambling on sports with friends and then illegal bookies.