The use of
lotteries by governments to infuse funds into the national coffers has always
produced great debate. Opponents of the lottery believe that lotteries
contribute to societal problems. On the contrary, lotteries have added a
positive effect in many areas. They improve the lives of people, provide money
for non-profit organizations, and help the government operate.
Proceeds from
lotteries are a big contributor to the inflow of revenues to the governments.
All governments need money to operate. This money is traditionally collected
through imposing taxes on the public. Lotteries provide a useful way to bring
in this much needed money without imposing burdensome taxes on everyone.
Lotteries are essentially a free and fair way for the government to collect the
revenues it needs to operate and improve the country.
Lotteries have
also been a boon to non-profit organizations. These non-profit organizations
need a steady inflow of money in order to carry out their missions. One
valuable source of this money is the revenue generated from the lottery.
Non-profit organizations are able to use these funds to better serve and help
local communities and society as a whole. These types of organizations have
always been pressed to find ways to procure operating funds, usually relying on
kind-hearted donations from people sympathetic to their mission. Often, these
contributions were insufficient. Thanks to lotteries, the government is able to
give portion of lottery money to non-profit organizations.
For the public,
lotteries have given hope to the lives of ordinary working people. The lottery
does not just improve the lives of the winners. It gives hope to everyone that,
with some spare change, they may be able to instantly change their lives. It is
not true that addiction is a problem regarding the lottery. For the vast
majority of people, they understand that lotteries are a form of entertainment.
Plus, there is the real chance of winning a fortune. Consider those average
people whose fortunes have changed overnight by winning the jackpot in the
lottery. Without the lottery, these people would never have had the opportunity
for wealth.
In the end,
lotteries have shown to be an effective means for governments and non-profit
organizations to collect revenues. For the general public, lotteries add
excitement into their daily lives - while providing hope for instant fortune.
In this light, lotteries are a positive tool to improve a nation's economy and
level of happiness.
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