I don't think its worth deeper introspection ... Gambling has winners and losers, the winners don't whine and the losers do, except now the media thinks its a cause worthy to parade around. Its a free country, you can spend your money how you want. Don't expect people to care if it works out or doesn't.
How does an industry (media) think? Also what evidence are you using to glean the intentions of people who are voluntarily reported upon with their gambling financial troubles?
