Casino Pulls Ad Aimed at Those in Debt - GoFuckYourself.com

Jedimaster · 03-30-2004, 11:05 AM

This reminds me of that stupid chick Amy form the apprentice last night. Hey,,,let's give a car rental away.

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Reuters) - One of New Mexico's biggest American Indian-run casinos has pulled a controversial TV ad that promoted gambling as a financial solution to people who are short on cash or deeply in debt.

The Isleta Casino Resort commercial ran earlier this month featuring a young woman who suggested that the answer to unpaid bills piling up from holiday-season shopping sprees could be found at the casino, which operates just south of Albuquerque.

The casino declined to comment on why it pulled the ad, but the spot drew condemnations from numerous critics who said the commercial was morally reprehensible.

"It's outrageous. This is the first time I've heard quite this outlandish an appeal," said Guy Clark, executive director of the New Mexico Coalition Against Gambling. "This ad aims, like a rifle shot, at New Mexico's clientele that is uneducated, desperate and poor."

One image in the ad showed a smiling woman with an outstretched hand receiving dollar bills.

"So, the holidays have passed, and those credit card bills just keep piling up?" an announcer intones in the ad, according to a transcript published in local media. "Well, Isleta Casino Resort comes to your rescue."

The ad was shown for several weeks before being pulled off the air last week.

"Casinos are set up to make money. The longer you stay, the more you lose. It's called chasing your losses, and people can end up losing their homes or even taking their lives," Clark said.

brand0n · 03-30-2004, 11:14 AM

medijaster

EZRhino · 03-30-2004, 02:43 PM

Interesting how the tables have turned

shogun3k · 03-30-2004, 02:56 PM

Being in debt suxs big time, you dont need anymore help lol

BruceM · 03-30-2004, 03:11 PM

Hmmm, they probably hid all the little "When It Stops Being A Game" cards and phone numbers in the casino too.

I feel lucky being someone with good self-control. So lucky, in fact that I think I'll gop to the casino tonight! lol

03-30-2004, 11:05 AM	#1
Jedimaster Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,120	Casino Pulls Ad Aimed at Those in Debt This reminds me of that stupid chick Amy form the apprentice last night. Hey,,,let's give a car rental away. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (Reuters) - One of New Mexico's biggest American Indian-run casinos has pulled a controversial TV ad that promoted gambling as a financial solution to people who are short on cash or deeply in debt. The Isleta Casino Resort commercial ran earlier this month featuring a young woman who suggested that the answer to unpaid bills piling up from holiday-season shopping sprees could be found at the casino, which operates just south of Albuquerque. The casino declined to comment on why it pulled the ad, but the spot drew condemnations from numerous critics who said the commercial was morally reprehensible. "It's outrageous. This is the first time I've heard quite this outlandish an appeal," said Guy Clark, executive director of the New Mexico Coalition Against Gambling. "This ad aims, like a rifle shot, at New Mexico's clientele that is uneducated, desperate and poor." One image in the ad showed a smiling woman with an outstretched hand receiving dollar bills. "So, the holidays have passed, and those credit card bills just keep piling up?" an announcer intones in the ad, according to a transcript published in local media. "Well, Isleta Casino Resort comes to your rescue." The ad was shown for several weeks before being pulled off the air last week. "Casinos are set up to make money. The longer you stay, the more you lose. It's called chasing your losses, and people can end up losing their homes or even taking their lives," Clark said.

03-30-2004, 11:14 AM	#2
brand0n been very busy Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: the queen city Posts: 26,983	medijaster __________________ want to buy this spot for cheap? it is of course for sale. long term deals are always the best bet. brand0n/ at/ a o l dot commies.

03-30-2004, 02:56 PM	#4
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BruceM Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 4,084	Hmmm, they probably hid all the little "When It Stops Being A Game" cards and phone numbers in the casino too. I feel lucky being someone with good self-control. So lucky, in fact that I think I'll gop to the casino tonight! lol __________________ SellHealth - Sell Herbal Sex Enhancers, HGH Releasers and more! Skype: brucemorrey

03-30-2004, 02:43 PM	#3
EZRhino Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: couch Posts: 6,258	Interesting how the tables have turned