A quick and interesting read, except that the survey was conducted by
Harrah's. I have found in the past that their surveys are inaccurate and totally
self-serving.
This survey portrays casino patrons in the best possible light. They are
richer, have more disposable income, are more savvy money-handlers, have less
debt, etc. I think that Harrah's would like non-gamblers to read the results of
this survey, and conclude that they should "join the club," become
(Harrah's) gamblers, and thereby become more like the gamblers surveyed. It's not
logical, but it might get a few ignorant people to try casino gambling. And of
course, it shows Harrah's customers in the best possible light!
My problem with surveys in general is that they are usually not without
self-interest. If a gaming corporation conducts a gambling survey, and then
publicizes the results, does anyone actually believe that those results will show
that gambling might have negative effects on the gamblers? Or that the
gamblers are below average financially? I don't think so!
Brian
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In a message dated 6/22/2006 7:44:08 AM Pacific Standard Time,
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