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This is probably just a function of slot machines having been around for much longer.

Of course all these same requirements make perfect sense to implement for voting machines.

Actually I believe it's a function that older machines were specifically designed to be either unwinnable (I've seen some old slots, certain ones don't have BAR or 7 on all wheels) or for the odds to be exponentially against you.

When the laws changed and gaming was regulated casinos wanted to make sure they weren't the ones now being cheated.

I disagree. It's a lot easier not to go to Nevada than it is to pick up and move someplace where you prefer the voting system.

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