The Bulletin QAnon, Sports Betting, and the Druze Massacre in Syria
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Aug 1, 2025 Join Isaac Rose-Berman, a gambling policy expert, and Knox Thames, a seasoned human rights lawyer, as they dive into pressing issues. Rose-Berman discusses the alarming rise of sports betting, particularly its impact on youth and communities. Thames sheds light on the recent Druze massacre in Syria, advocating for the protection of religious minorities. Together, they explore the disturbing persistence of QAnon and its infiltration into mainstream politics, emphasizing the psychological motives behind such conspiracy theories.
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Sports Betting's Profit and Risk
- Sports leagues profit greatly from sports betting through ads and partnerships, yet many fans lose money.
- This raises questions about the long-term sustainability of sports betting's financial model.
Christian Views on Gambling
- Christians have traditionally opposed gambling due to personal vice and social harm concerns.
- The ubiquity of smartphones and algorithms intensifies gambling addiction, complicating Christian responses.
Addiction and Normalization in Gambling
- Gambling apps use powerful algorithms and targeted ads to exploit addiction and encourage continuous betting.
- Sports betting is deeply normalized, especially among young men, partly due to celebrity endorsements.