Many people spend hundreds of dollars on the lottery and other forms of gambling, believing that it will make them rich. People who are not so wealthy enjoy the idea of becoming instantly rich just by buying a cheap ticket. It's fun to dream of a better life. People feel hopeful when they think about winning the lottery and being able to get away from their financial problems. As a matter of fact, people who feel poor are much more likely to buy lottery tickets, and to spend a large proportion of their income on lottery tickets.
Half of the lottery tickets sold are bought by the poorest households. For those low-income households, it can bring a large amount of financial stress. Although the lottery is advertised as a one-way ticket out of
Half of the lottery tickets sold are bought by the poorest households. For those low-income households, it can bring a large amount of financial stress. Although the lottery is advertised as a one-way ticket out of