Dobson Reaffirms Dangers of Gambling Following Bennett's Statement

Focus on the Family
Monday, 5 May 2003

Dr. James Dobson, founder and chairman of Focus on the Family, released the following statement in response to Dr. Bill Bennett's statement today regarding his gambling habits:

"We were disappointed to learn that our longtime friend, Dr. Bill Bennett, is dealing with what appears to be a gambling addiction. One of the reasons Focus on the Family continues to be strongly opposed to any form of gambling is because it has the power to ensnare and wound not only its victims, but also those closest to them. 'Gaming,' as the industry euphemistically refers to itself, is a cancer on the soul of the nation.

"We commend Dr. Bennett for acknowledging his problem and for stating emphatically, 'My gambling days are over.' Our prayers will be with him and his family in the days ahead."

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