There is skill involved in poker, but it still is a game of chance. The skill is in reducing the chance that you lose, but the game ulimately depends on luck. Not to mention, last year’s WSOP tournament saw many major names (high skill players) out in the first round. Many examples could be given to prove how hands ultimately come down to luck.
Just as blackjack is a game of chance. There is skill involved in blackjack. The more ‘skilled’ you are, the lower your odds of losing, but ultimately it comes down to luck. Many examples could be given to prove how it all ultimately comes down to luck.
The point is that poker is gambling, and poker players need to stop the fight to prove it isn’t and join the general fight to repeal the UIGEA with the rest of Internet gambling community.