This article, “Pity the Poor Lottery Winner”, which was reported by the New York Times describes that lottery winners have experienced a lot of troubles since they won huge money lottery. This article introduce four different cases about lottery winners to explain their trouble or happy. There are three failed case and one successful case in this article. Some lottery winners lost their family, friend, children, and trust while few people obtain happiness and trust through lottery.
First, in spite of a good purport of lottery all lotteries have a lot of problems and troubles. Most lotteries were founded to gather a lot of money for public benefit such as constructing public house, helping poor people, and promoting art and sport. However, many people have wasted too much money and time for only luck which is hardly possible. Also, according to the article even many lottery winners have a big trouble because of lottery problem. Consequently, a lottery has disadvantage more than advantage.
Next, many people too easily think about making money. To expect a lucky chance in our life is never a desirable life style. Usually, many people lean on a false hope. They also never think about a faithful and sincere life. Also, many lotteries stir up their gambling spirit. This is very serious social problem in the capitalistic society. A life which relies on lucky chance is never a healthy life.
In conclusion, even though most lotteries have a good purpose, they give lottery buyers a lot of trouble and damage. Also, they stir up lottery buyers’ gambling spirit. If we want more healthy society and community, we will consider to reform or abolish lottery system.
