I was just watching the discussion on NC Spin
of video poker and whether it should be banned. This was the perfect
opportunity for makinig a solidly libertarian argument, namely that
not only should video poker not be banned but current regulations on
the awarding of cash prizes should be abolished. The only regulations
that should be in place would be those against fraud. With all due
respect to John Hood, after waiting with great expectation I didn’t
hear it. This is an issue where the libertarian perspective can shine
through the standard left right debate, and we should be making freedom
arguments whenever the topic comes up.