Controversy
Like other U.S. lotteries (and gambling in general), the Oregon Lottery has drawn its share of controversy. Topics of debate include generic topics such as the morality of legalized and/or government-sponsored gambling, the alleged disproportionate effect that gambling (legal or otherwise) has on the poor, and the suitability of lottery dollars (as opposed to involuntary taxation) as a revenue source. Several issues have been unique to Oregon, however.
Other controversies include the 1992 introduction of video poker machines, which may be installed in bars and other adults-only establishments. In 2005, the lottery added electronic slot machines.
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