I think the recent ban on Internet Gambling is a mistake…one that I suspect is due in part to that industry not having paid sufficient tribute in the form of lobbying fees and campaign donations. Even if that isn't the primary motive, it's wrong…for reasons Barney Frank explained in his speech in opposition to it. Here's what he said, again proving he's one of the smartest guys in Washington. Which, I know, still isn't much of a compliment.