"The idea of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism is ridiculous and it's grotesque"
- Ron Wyden
About this Quote
This quote by Ron Wyden is a strong condemnation of the concept of a federal betting parlor on atrocities and terrorism. Wyden is expressing his shock and disgust at the idea of such a thing. He believes that it is absurd and monstrous to even think about the concept of betting on such serious and tragic occasions. He is most likely describing the idea of individuals betting on the results of terrorist attacks or other atrocities, which would be a highly insensitive and inappropriate thing to do. Wyden is making it clear that he does not support this concept and finds it to be completely inappropriate. He is sending out a strong message that such a thing must never be thought about, and that it is incorrect to even consider it.
This quote is written / told by Ron Wyden somewhere between May 3, 1949 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA.
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