Firstly, lets look at the activities being banned here and deemed as illegal:
Pornography, littering, nude beaches (Obviously), Illegal Casinos, Drug abuse, Underage sex, Underage smoking, etc.
Taking out one ban would mean quite a lot wouldn't it? Its not literally taking out I mean, the government can do what they desire. Let's start a LEGAL casino!
Alright, having said that, it is obvious that there are countless illegal "gambling dens" existing on this island. How patronized are they? Very highly indeed. So, now that there is one BIG LEGAL "den" available in Singapore, how are people going to react to it? Is this really a money-maker and job creator?
Of course, the job opportunities present at the casino will be alluring. They are jobs, a steady and fixed salary following into your bank account monthly. Why not? Especially in this financial crisis we are drowning in, a job means everything to the unemployed. In this case, the casino will definitely create job opportunities, understandably.
With the casino comes patronizes. Is the casino in Singapore going to be infested and flooded with Locals? Or will it be as what it is meant to be - a tourist attraction? That is a question and doubt that is yet to be answered. But one thing is for sure, when the word "Casino" rings in your ears, the only logical place you would think about is Vegas, never Singapore.
So, suppose that the casino is, very unfortunately, mainly patronized by us, Singaporeans. Gambling addiction will be on the RISE. Its LEGAL! No need for cover, or scurrying out of that small apartment when men in blue uniform are seen patrolling around. Given that illegal gambling is already such a HOT activity, like I said, make it legal and we'll all be smiling our lives out. Adults will be seen pulling those Jackpot levers with vigor. Cards will be shuffled with anticipation. Dices will be rolled with triumph. This is - The One And Only Casino In Singapore.
What if, what if supposing, you've been addicted to gambling LEGALLY and very sadly, lady luck is not on your side and money just keeps flowing out of your pockets like water out of a kettle. This can't be happening to me! I need to get back every single cent I have lost no matter what! I need MONEY! Off you go, searching high and low for money. Then, a man spotted you in distress and offered you help - money. YES! I got it! I can do this! I can WIN! On loan that is, though, the authorities are not informed of this matter or the presence of this man. Or should he even be here? Right, illegal loan of money would be on the rise too, that is in this scenario.
After saying this all, it is kind of bias I feel, because all the scenarios I've written are mostly negative and bleak. So, obviously, I am not supporting the construction of the casino in Singapore. Let's hope for the best though, all the best. And may luck be on our side as always. May the money flow into your pockets. And not have a hole for it to flow out again.
