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April 15, 2008 Rep. Barney Frank has gotten another boost with Rep. Jerrold Nadler joining the group. Nadler is the 48th person to sign the bill, making the online gambling regulation bill stronger all the time. The Internet Gambling Regulation and Enforcement Act (IGREA) calls for regulation of online gambling instead of prohibition, which is what the majority of American�s support.
Nadler is a good addition to the bill as he is someone who is well respected among his peers. He is currently serving his 9th terms as a Member of Congress and represents portions of New York City�s boroughs. He has played a major role over the years in various issues pertaining to rights and liberties, so he will fit in just fine taking on online gambling.
On Nadler�s website he says "there is nothing more fundamental to being an American that the assurance against unwarranted government interference in one's personal affairs." This is something people can get behind, even if they aren�t fans of online gambling. There are many who don�t agree with the online gambling idea, but do agree that what people do with their own money is their own business.
Having Nadler on board will help sway those members of Congress that have not made up their minds yet, and probably change the minds of many who already have. Not only is he well versed in the civil liberties of our residents, he is also used to dealing with issues related to crime, terrorism and Homeland Security. These are allegedly the reasons why online gambling is illegal in the first place.
His joining will give a fresh perspective to online gambling, and will go a long way towards bringing many others on board. |
