the profit made using these machines is used by the military for their own programs so the money just goes back to them but it raises a few questions. first of all, how ethical it is to put slot machines in an environment where the tension, risk and stress are high? these soldiers undergo intense mental training trying to fight off traumatic experiences and loneliness away from their families and home. are these machines making them a lot more vulnerable to addiction?
I have never been on a US military base but I can assume that these soldiers who are on active duty may be so busy that they would not have the time to continue to play at their slot machine for an extended period of time. I want to assume that there will not be time for this. And from the movies, soldiers favorite past time is drinking beer.
second, if a soldier is a gambling addict does this make him unfit to serve in the military anymore? we know that addiction no matter where can make someone illogical and make him do things that he would otherwise never do. i am aware that these machines can cure their boredom but is it the best hobby to provide for their brave soldiers? what do you think?
Also to the best of my knowledge there are pschologists who are soldiers on military basis too. And cases like addiction and seeking help can be resolved by these professionals. And soldiers know the implications on their career if they are caught being addicted to anything. They wouldn't want to risk it.