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Remove the "this wiki is against gambling" part. the wiki should not condone (nor endorse) gambling

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-Gambling is the general practice of applying money to a game of chance.  Historically, [[mahjong]] has a long history of gambling.  The practice had a wide [[Rule variations|variety of rules]].  Often these rules are applied to increase the random variance to the game as well as increasing the bets.
+Gambling is the general practice of applying money to a game of chance. Historically, [[mahjong]] has a long history of gambling, with a wide [[Rule variations|variety of rules]].  Often these rules are applied to increase the random variance to the game as well as increasing the bets.
-Within the 21st century, mahjong as a game is generally turning away from the gambling history and more towards a [[Tournament|sporting direction]].  This is especially more evident with the formation of [[M.League]].
+In the 21st century, Japanese mahjong is generally turning away from the gambling history and more towards a [[Tournament|sports-like direction]]. This is especially more evident with the formation of professional leagues like the [[M.League]].
 == Disclaimer ==
-It is noted that this wiki discourages the practice of gambling.  However, the sheer existence of it cannot be ignored either.
+It is noted that this wiki does not encourage gambling, but does not condemn it either. The sheer existence of gambling cannot be ignored.
 == External links ==