1BALTIMORE, MD – A new statewide poll reveals strong resistance among Maryland voters to legalizing online casino gambling, with opposition climbing sharply as awareness of its risks grows.

The survey, conducted by Lake Research Partners and commissioned by the National Association Against iGaming (NAAiG), found that 71% of Marylanders oppose iGambling once they learn how it operates and its potential social costs.

Pollsters say opposition deepened as residents understood that iGambling allows 24/7 casino-style betting from smartphones, with 64% of respondents strongly against legalization.

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71% of Maryland voters oppose online casino gambling after learning about its risks

Concerns center on addiction, youth access, and social harm

National Association Against iGaming urg

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