April 24 - The Poker Players Alliance (PPA), one of the most
influential pro-poker groups in the world today, is seeing fruit from its
efforts, after it was learned that membership topped one million. It is expected
that the group will make an announcement about reaching this historic milestone
later in the week.
The PPA is one of the most vocal proponents of the legalization of online
poker playing in the United States. In recent years, especially since the
introduction of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act, the Poker
Players Alliance has thrown all its efforts into backing politicians who are
opposed to the controversial anti gambling laws in the United States - the most
outspoken being Barney Frank, whose calls to legalize and regulate the online
gambling industry have been attracting huge interest in political fields.
The PPA's "If you Play, Have a Say" campaign has certainly had an effect on
the public's awareness if the latest numbers are anything to go by. The one
million membership announcement will most likely also be followed by the
launching of a new political action committee and a voter-registration drive.
Former Senator, Alphonse D'Amato, who is now Chairman of the Poker Players
Alliance, said: "Reaching one million players puts the PPA on par with political
powerhouses as AARP and the National Association of Realtors."
PPA's activities are spread out in an attempt to reach every sector of the
country that may have a positive effect on their agenda. Prior to the April 2nd
House hearing regarding the problems faced by financial institutions in
implementing the UIGEA, PPA members sent no less than 15,000 emails to members
of the Financial Services Committee.
It is hoped that the upcoming World Series of Poker event will provide the
PPA with the perfect opportunity to reach as many players and interested parties
as possible.
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