TO doesn’t want you gambling

[dinglefritz]

It is still an assumption, even with your personal guarantee.

Additionally, are you saying only people with multiple $100k brokerage accounts and thousands of debt free acres should be allowed to gamble?

Even chain smoking tattooed 40 somethings have enough discretionary income to play the slots.

Again, I’m a bit of a libertarian but gambling preys on the weak for the most part. I was with 4 other fairly wealthy people on that casino visit but that was my and their first trip to a casino in a year. None of us gave up over $200. I don’t know but I would wager that >90% of the rest of the crowd visit a casino weekly. 😉

 

[Siryacht]

Again, I’m a bit of a libertarian but gambling preys on the weak for the most part. I was with 4 other fairly wealthy people on that casino visit but that was my and their first trip to a casino in a year. None of us gave up over $200. I don’t know but I would wager that >90% of the rest of the crowd visit a casino weekly. 😉

I have found a fool proof way to beat the casinos. It never fails.

You okay roulette and put all your money on red. As soon as the dealer releases the ball you yell “GGGGOOOOOOOOOOO BBIIIIIIIIIIGGGGGG RRRREEEEEEDDDDDDD” as loud as you can.

100 percent of the time it works 47.34 percent of the time.

 

[SuperBigFan]

Casinos don't/can't rely on gambling addicts to pay the bills, they would be out of biznass in no time. Just like bookies...bookies don't want gambling addicts and lowlife degenerates as their clients, they want normal everyday people that put 10-100 dollars down on a game and pay up each week.

Businesses can't run on extremes.

 

[Walleye79]

I had a series 7 security license and worked for a large national brokerage for a while. One of our biggest clients always drove a 20+ year old Ford LTD and dressed like Mr Ziffle on Green Acres. Dude had hundreds of thousands of dollars at every broker in town and owned thousands of acres of land debt free. I guarantee you the chain smoking tattooed 40 something’s playing the slots in Sioux City did not belong in his demographic.

Good gawd man you are showing your age with a narrow mind. Just admit you judge on appearance. I know 2 brothers both are tatted up with sleeves and if you run into them on the streets they look hells angels with tats and the Harleys and clothing they wear. One is an ER doctor and the other is a RN and is a supervisor.

 

[dinglefritz]

Good gawd man you are showing your age with a narrow mind. Just admit you judge on appearance. I know 2 brothers both are tatted up with sleeves and if you run into them on the streets they look hells angels with tats and the Harleys and clothing they wear. One is an ER doctor and the other is a RN and is a supervisor.

You forgot the chain smoking…. I know a nurse anesthetist and respiratory therapist with tattoo sleeves. Neither smoke. It’s the whole package I was describing. Chain smoking, tats and sitting playing a video slot for hours on a Saturday…..

I was there to help a 90 year old great grandma celebrate her birthday. Again. I’m somewhat of a libertarian but there are a lot of people for whom gambling is just another one of their problems.

 

[Huskers123456]

Again, I’m a bit of a libertarian but gambling preys on the weak for the most part. I was with 4 other fairly wealthy people on that casino visit but that was my and their first trip to a casino in a year. None of us gave up over $200. I don’t know but I would wager that >90% of the rest of the crowd visit a casino weekly. 😉

I don't get it though. You don't really sound like a libertarian at all. If we are going to start eliminating things that ruin people's lives you're going to start with casinos? Not alcohol? Not cigarettes? Not sugary drinks?

 

[JamieRaterman]

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[SuperBigFan]

TO loves keeping the state in the dark ages.

 

[RBigredMax]

Based on the ad campaigns to promote Nebraska - he’s not the only one

 

[cruelhalo]

Hey everyone! It's interesting to hear former coach Tom Osborne's perspective on betting and its potential impact on college sports. While it's important to consider the concerns raised, it's also worth exploring different aspects of gambling.

Phuk Tom Osborne

 

[big red22]

Always interesting to debate the point where individual freedoms should be curtailed in order to protect society as a whole

This is such a good post!

Is gambling good for society? It all depends on how you look at it. In one sense is causes addict prone people to ruin their lives, and in another it takes the money of these addict prone people and puts it back into taxes. It allows alcohol and smoking as a bonus of spending money in their facilities, but in turn provides ton of well paying jobs to the state.

In the end it all comes down to the individual whether it be gambling, alcohol, drugs, porn, guns, driving etc... They all can all cause problems, but in the end they are all part of being free. It is up to you as an individual to figure out what is right and wrong. All these items are a source of entertainment for responsible human beings.

 

[Dean Pope]

It is up to you as an individual to figure out what is right and wrong.

Unless it impacts society in a negative fashion. And too many people have horrible judgement.

I'm a conservative, but I'm pro-gambling. On the other hand, I am also for mandatory helmet laws for motorcyclists. Helmet laws restrict freedom and many motorcyclists wouldn't wear them if they didn't have to, but the studies that showed the benefits of helmets swayed me. There are quite a few cases where riders survived crashed but went on long term disability or even became wards of the state because they didn't have health insurance or it ran out.

One person's freedom can and should be restricted when it negatively impacts other people.

 

[big red22]

Unless it impacts society in a negative fashion. And too many people have horrible judgement.

I'm a conservative, but I'm pro-gambling. On the other hand, I am also for mandatory helmet laws for motorcyclists. Helmet laws restrict freedom and many motorcyclists wouldn't wear them if they didn't have to, but the studies that showed the benefits of helmets swayed me. There are quite a few cases where riders survived crashed but went on long term disability or even became wards of the state because they didn't have health insurance or it ran out.

One person's freedom can and should be restricted when it negatively impacts other people.

100%

 

[moralvictories]

Hey everyone! It's interesting to hear former coach Tom Osborne's perspective on betting and its potential impact on college sports. While it's important to consider the concerns raised, it's also worth exploring different aspects of gambling.

Tom Osborne needs to mind his own business and keep his nose out of our personal lives.

 

[moralvictories]

100%

How does not wearing a motorcycle helmet affect anyone other than the motorcyclist?

 

[king_kong_]

How does not wearing a motorcycle helmet affect anyone other than the motorcyclist?

We have to pay for their medical care following an accident in some cases

 

[shine003]

Maybe I misread it, but it appears TO just wants to restrict gambling on in state amateur teams, not gambling as a whole. Many states have already done this where they approve sports gambling but not on instate college teams. It’s not as outlandish as many think. Sure, I would like to bet on some of those games in my state but it’s not the end of the world. There are plenty of other games to wager on.

 

[HBK4life]

We have to pay for their medical care following an accident in some cases

So, every shitbag in the ghetto should be wearing bullet proof vests so we don't have to pay medical when they all shoot each other?

 

[king_kong_]

So, every shitbag in the ghetto should be wearing bullet proof vests so we don't have to pay medical when they all shoot each other?

fair point

they should all have dads who stick around so they don't shoot to begin with

 

[wkato]

He is going to the capitol and trying to get a law passed against gambling. He's trying to force his beliefs on everyone else.

Then go and enforce your belief. I believe that's the process we live under. He takes the time while you just bitch on a message board but he's the problem.

 

[wkato]

How do you know that? How do you know what financial status these people are? How do you know anything about any of them? Seems like you are basing your opinion of these people with assumptions.

It is estimated that there are 23 million Americans suffering financial hardship from gambling debt. Further, it is estimated that the average loss is approximately $55,000 for those with a gambling problem.

 

[Iroh2]

Everyone wants the freedom for others to act and believe like they do…. People are generally not smart enough to be free. Things that government should not be involved in: religion, guns, abortion, parenting, gambling, retirement, (social security, Medicare, etc.). For instance, I’m tired of paying social security tax for those who are now getting paid more than they put in….

 

[Husker.Wed.]

Unless it impacts society in a negative fashion. And too many people have horrible judgement.

I'm a conservative, but I'm pro-gambling. On the other hand, I am also for mandatory helmet laws for motorcyclists. Helmet laws restrict freedom and many motorcyclists wouldn't wear them if they didn't have to, but the studies that showed the benefits of helmets swayed me. There are quite a few cases where riders survived crashed but went on long term disability or even became wards of the state because they didn't have health insurance or it ran out.

One person's freedom can and should be restricted when it negatively impacts other people.

I have around 750,000 miles on motorcycles and virtually all of them were while wearing a full-face helmet. But I've always had mixed emotions about the mandatory helmet thing. Where do you draw the line? If all automobiles had roll cages, 4-point seatbelts and head and neck support (HANS) fewer people would be injured that society has to pay for.

BTW - over here in Iowa during Covid I used to marvel at the occasional motorcyclist riding by with no helmet, tennis shoes, tank top, shorts, no gloves, and wearing a mask.

 

[HBK4life]

I have around 750,000 miles on motorcycles and virtually all of them were while wearing a full-face helmet. But I've always had mixed emotions about the mandatory helmet thing. Where do you draw the line? If all automobiles had roll cages, 4-point seatbelts and head and neck support (HANS) fewer people would be injured that society has to pay for.

BTW - over here in Iowa during Covid I used to marvel at the occasional motorcyclist riding by with no helmet, tennis shoes, tank top, shorts, no gloves, and wearing a mask.

I used to marvel at anyone wearing a mask thinking it made a difference. I still do. Especially the idiots walking outside or by themselves in a car. Brain washed liberal sheep. Take the chin diapers off. Maybe the fresh air will help your brain function better so you can think for yourselves.

 

[moralvictories]

Then go and enforce your belief. I believe that's the process we live under. He takes the time while you just bitch on a message board but he's the problem.

I'm not forcing my beliefs. Let everyone decide for themselves on the subject of gambling. If you enjoy gambling, go out and gamble. If you don't, stay home, it's really that easy

 

[Huskers4420]

Omaha would be better off embracing gambling and trying to become more of a tourist site in that regard. A "Meet In The Middle" type of campaign to nationally brand Omaha is there for the taking. TO can kick rocks.

 

[SuperBigFan]

It is estimated that there are 23 million Americans suffering financial hardship from gambling debt. Further, it is estimated that the average loss is approximately $55,000 for those with a gambling problem.

There is a reason it is estimated.

Do people not understand that casinos do not want degenerate gamblers. That business model doesn't work. They want nickel and dimers.

The over whelming % of gamblers do not lose 55K in a lifetime. And casinos don't want that, it is not sustainable

You know what they do want? 15,000 people in an out during the weekend. Losing on average of around 50-100 dollars and spending another 25 on food or drinks. That is sustainable for them and promotes what they want to stay so profitable.

For every "financial hard shipped gambler" there are 5,000 gamblers that just go to have fun.

 

[big red22]

How does not wearing a motorcycle helmet affect anyone other than the motorcyclist?

My 100% was in the reference of there needs to be some restrictions

 

[big red22]

I have around 750,000 miles on motorcycles and virtually all of them were while wearing a full-face helmet. But I've always had mixed emotions about the mandatory helmet thing. Where do you draw the line? If all automobiles had roll cages, 4-point seatbelts and head and neck support (HANS) fewer people would be injured that society has to pay for.

BTW - over here in Iowa during Covid I used to marvel at the occasional motorcyclist riding by with no helmet, tennis shoes, tank top, shorts, no gloves, and wearing a mask.

I agree if I get in an accident of fall off a motorcycle at high speeds a helmet isn't going to do much IMO

 

[HBK4life]

I agree if I get in an accident of fall off a motorcycle at high speeds a helmet isn't going to do much IMO

Helmet laws in NE also cost the state big money they would get from bikers who bypass NE on the way to Sturgis SD every year.

 

[pascal]

I went to this comedy club once. Three hours one night. Only laughed four or five times. Mostly was insulted by the comedians and charged exhorbant prices for drinks and food. But I didn't care. I was there just for fun.
I also enjoy getting kicked in the teeth. 9 out of 10 dentists recommend it.

 

[skyler332]

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[BigRedBugeaters]

I could give two shits less. I will never bet on a sport in my life, but that’s just me. Only problem I see is I have a son who’s 22 and he has a lot of friends that are already betting on sports because you can do it right on their phone. Many are thousands of dollars in debt already. Not really much different then going to college.

 

[regoratsginrom]

So, every shitbag in the ghetto should be wearing bullet proof vests so we don't have to pay medical when they all shoot each other?

Couldn't hurt.

 

[JOHNNY N]

I didn't want him to retire twenty years too early. Sometimes you just don't get what you want.

 

[Bugeater]

I see this thread has been brought back from the dead!

 

[necoachbw]

To bet on Husker games all you have to do is go across to Iowa. Money leaving the state.

 

[TampaBaySkers]

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[Cedric]

Good gawd man you are showing your age with a narrow mind. Just admit you judge on appearance. I know 2 brothers both are tatted up with sleeves and if you run into them on the streets they look hells angels with tats and the Harleys and clothing they wear. One is an ER doctor and the other is a RN and is a supervisor.

Hey, that's Mr. Haney. Arnold Ziffel was the pig. Don't you go disrespecting Arnold Ziffel!

 

[Husker4real]

I could give two shits less. I will never bet on a sport in my life, but that’s just me. Only problem I see is I have a son who’s 22 and he has a lot of friends that are already betting on sports because you can do it right on their phone. Many are thousands of dollars in debt already. Not really much different then going to college.

And - they are learning a valuable lesson in gambling with money they don’t have. Hopefully someone will help them figure out how to gamble responsibly. And drink responsibly. And drive responsibly. And work responsibly. And behave responsibly in general…