Many of us have been there. You’re at the poker table or another gaming table in the casino, and you’ve been there for hours. You’re surrounded by all sorts of characters, and their grooming habits often leave a lot to be desired. There’s definitely some charm to the casino atmosphere, and it’s awesome when you’re in the mood, but there are also times when you just want to play the game and not be surrounded by cigarette smoke and guys who look like and smell they just stepped off of a Greyhound bus after an overnight trip.

That’s what makes playing casino games at home such a great option. At home it’s just about the game. You can search for the best casinos online, and you can work on your skills and concentrate on the game, as opposed to making small talk with some dude in desperate need of a barber.

The geniuses in Washington might finally be coming around to the idea that we should all have the freedom to play whatever game we like, even in the comfort of our own home. I’m not holding my breath, but I can always hope! Now I have some reason for optimism.