Archive for February, 2009
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WithTheLightsOut asked: I know some people are good at stocks but the fact is that it’s never guaranteed anything. Even the best can lose. So what I want to know is, how is this any different from gambling, besides the name. The principle is the same thing. My friend knew someone at work who lost [...]
What is a fair payout percentage for a benefit golf tournament?
michaelyoung_airforce asked: How much of $1,600 should go back into the prize fund for a tournament with 48 golfers(12 4-person teams) participating? Keep in mind this is a benefit tournament. After expenses, we have already cleared $600 in hole sponsorships, but just not sure what we should do for a fair payout from the additional [...]
How come gambling addiction, doesn’t get the same exposure as far as it bad effects as drugs or alcohol?
stockjunkie asked: I know that it has to do w/ that fact that the States and cities make a ton of money on gambling, but i think they should be putting more money into treating the addiction.
It makes no difference that there’s a substance involved in drugs or alcohol. The public doesn’t realize that. The [...]
What are some unique tips for decorating a poker room?
crazy_in_tangles asked: Other than the standard green color, what are some paint colors and decorating themes I could use in my poker room?Absolute Today
What gambling problems does your country have?
zee_prime asked: I live in NZ. A few years ago the only gambling here was horse racing using the totalisator, not private bookmakers, a state lottery called Lucky Kiwis, and of course private gambling like poker games. It wasn’t a serious social problem back then. Now, gambling has been made easier. [...]
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