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Obviously protecting American citizens from on-line gambling is a prime example of our nanny-state gone mad. But what about our drug prohibition policies? Isn't this an example of our nanny-state gone mad?

p>If American citizens cannot decide for themselves what substances they can put into their own bodies -- even in the privacy of their own homes or churches, then the words freedom and liberty are just br> empty words. /p>

Today our government tells us which recreational drugs we may or may not consume. (Note that Viagra is OK, but marijuana is not). Note that tobacco is OK, but marijuana is not.

Tomorrow our nanny-state government will tell us which foods we may or may not eat. For our own good and protection, of course.

p>And of course, they will do it for the protection of the children or some other noble cause. br> -- Kirk Muse br> Mesa, Arizona /p>

This article hit the nail directly on the head! The first commandment of the Nanny State is:

We know better than you what is good for you! However, we need more and more of your money to finance our hare-brained nefarious schemes to make the world safe for those of us who know best.

Nearly every state lottery was voted into existence by the people of the state. In almost every case, the elected legislators promised the money would be funneled into education of the children.

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