The gambling public in the United States has a great deal to be optimistic about as a bill legalizing gambling online is presently in the House of Representatives.  There are more Congressmen and women pledging their support for the bill with each passing day, and the bill most assuredly will pass the House of Representatives with flying colours, after all arguments have been heard and amendments are added to the bill. 

While this was good news for millions of Americans who had their online gambling privileges denied them in 2006, it was still an incredibly emotional and sad week for the United States.  Hollywood television star Ed McMahon died at the age of 86 in Los Angeles early in the week.  This was a portend of things to come because by week’s end, no less than 4 other celebrities had passed away.  These celebrities that brought joy to the whole world due to their incredible talents were:  Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson, Gail Storm and Billy "Pitchman" Mays. 

Of course, the world is still in shock over the untimely passing of Michael Jackson, "The King of Pop."  Michael was scheduled for an incredible 50 show tour starting in London at the tail end of July which was to mark his comeback.  However, this comeback was not to be.

So, it was no surprise to me that the online sportsbooks had an outstanding weekend as people turned to online casinos and sportsbook parlours to help them cope with the sadness from all these tragic deaths.  Online casino gambling allows you to forget your worries and sadness, even if it is for just a little while.  This diversion is often enough to allow us to refocus on the tasks and responsibilities present in our lives.

The free online casinos, in particular, help us endure our daily stress in an easier manner.  When you play free casino games at free casino sites, there is no pressure on you to win.  Of course, we all like to win.  However, on free online casino sites, there are no monetary consequences if you lose.  It would not surprise me if the popularity of free online casinos continues to escalate, as our recession continues to drive people away from the land-based casinos.