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The nanny state knows what's best for you..SUBMIT to their control whether you want to or not, yup, just a another signpost on the road to liberal utopia and servitude.
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The New York City Board of Health on Thursday approved Mayor Michael Bloombergs controversial proposal to ban the sale of large sugary drinks in restaurants and other venues, a sweeping initiative that backers hope will reduce obesity and critics decry as government run amok.
Beginning March 12, the city will prohibit restaurants, mobile food carts, delis and concessions at movie theaters, stadiums or arenas from selling sugary drinks in cups or containers larger than 16 ounces. The city will begin fining sellers for violating the ban in mid-June.
The proposal passed by a vote of eight to zero, with one abstention, one absence and one vacancy on the board. Dr. Thomas Farley, the boards chairman, called the vote historic.
NYC Board of Health Passes 'Soda Ban' - Metropolis - WSJ
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The New York City Board of Health on Thursday approved Mayor Michael Bloombergs controversial proposal to ban the sale of large sugary drinks in restaurants and other venues, a sweeping initiative that backers hope will reduce obesity and critics decry as government run amok.
Beginning March 12, the city will prohibit restaurants, mobile food carts, delis and concessions at movie theaters, stadiums or arenas from selling sugary drinks in cups or containers larger than 16 ounces. The city will begin fining sellers for violating the ban in mid-June.
The proposal passed by a vote of eight to zero, with one abstention, one absence and one vacancy on the board. Dr. Thomas Farley, the boards chairman, called the vote historic.
NYC Board of Health Passes 'Soda Ban' - Metropolis - WSJ