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<br> In recent years, legalized gambling appears to have received a lot more attention. Both the federal government and local governments in a variety of regions are concerned that the emergence of new gambling establishments could have a devastating effect on tourism, increase the cost of state and local tax funds and hinder efforts to increase community development. Officials are also concerned about an increase in gambling activity within the local area which could result in an increase in crime and drug abuse. The gambling advocates counter that when people are able to access gambling opportunities then they will have an increased desire to engage in entertainment, sports films, and other physical activities. In any case gambling that is legalized is not seen as having a negative impact on the quality of life within any particular local region.<br><br> <br><br><br><br> <br><br>Alanselves Professor of Economics Alanselves has written