[quote=SD Realtor]I absolutely agree with the implications regarding the effects of diet on health. There is no argument there. It makes alot of sense fiscally as well.
I just think that the slope becomes quite slippery and the lines can be drawn in an arbitrary manner because of the addictive nature of many many items. I think that you are conveniently not addressing that portion of the topic.[/quote]
but gambling is already regulated by the government, primarily because it is well known to cause addiction. one can argue whether the regulation is too tight or too loose, but it is regulated. nor is it advertised to children since there’s an age limit to gambling as well.
internet addiction is like TV addiction. you can also say people can be addicted to sports or religion. but those you do not see a direct profit from an industry where an industry will heavily promote the use of its products which is well known to be addictive.
