Letter: No need for more casinos
My vote is no for the proposed casino on state Route 99.
Gambling is not a sin if it is not compulsive; like eating is not a sin if it does not turn into gluttony. From time to time my husband and I enjoy the privilege of playing for fun and the hope of bringing home more money than we budgeted to play with.
As I mature in my walk with God, the most important goal for all humans to pursue, I see my responsibility to help protect people without discipline and spiritual insight. We already have Table Mountain and Chukchansi close enough for gambling entertainment.
Addictions are a reality and too prevalent. Society has crossed the line of common sense and caring for one another. Having another gambling establishment will be too convenient for those struggling with gambling temptation or outright addiction.
Are there no other ways to generate jobs and revenue for taxes? How about a big shopping mall on that location to include restaurants? How about factories for “made in America” products in our county?
Katherine Atilano,
Madera, CA
A casino would be great. More visitors to the area which will boost local shops, which will bring money to the community. It’s a great idea, there isn’t much to do in the area as it is, and a casino would make tons of jobs available, which are needed. Have you tried to find ’help wanted’ posters? They are collecting dust in Wal-Mart, nobody has purchased one in over a year.