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NYC Soda Ban Could Include Frappucinos And Popcorn At Movie Theaters

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Don't tell me the 'slippery slope' doesn't exist. This is a classic example. The ban isn't even passed, and already there is pressure mounting to expand it.
NYC Soda Ban Could Include Frappucinos And Popcorn At Movie Theaters

NYC Soda Ban Could Include Frappucinos And Popcorn At Movie Theaters

"...other highly caloric food items including movie-theater popcorn and Frappucinos may be the city's next target.

During Tuesday's Board of Health meeting in which members unanimously voted to begin a six-week public comment period, board member Bruce Vladeck suggested the ban go further and said, "The popcorn isn't a whole lot better, from the nutritional point of view."

Similarly, another member presumably took aim at beverages like Starbucks' popular Frappucino drink and said, "There are certainly milkshakes and milk-coffee beverages that have monstrous amounts of calories...and I’m not so sure what the rationale is not to include those." "
 
This is seriously idiotic. I can't even fathom the lack of reasoning that exists in this debate.
 
The weird part is that I don't think I've ever actually seen one person express support for the ban. Who the hell came up with this idea?
 
If the government is expected to bail people out of medical problems via Medicare and other public health programs, it certainly ought to reserve the right to put limits on those items that contribute to public health program expenditures, namely, high calorie foods.

I think New York ought to ban the sale of cartons of cigarettes, limit pack sizes to 10, and ban multiple sales of packs for good measure.
 
If the government is expected to bail people out of medical problems via Medicare and other public health programs, it certainly ought to reserve the right to put limits on those items that contribute to public health program expenditures, namely, high calorie foods.

I think New York ought to ban the sale of cartons of cigarettes, limit pack sizes to 10, and ban multiple sales of packs for good measure.

Don't bail out people who make repeated poor choices. Lot simpler and a lot more fair than punishing everybody.

I don't drink soda on a daily basis. I have a cup of coffee in the morning and water the rest of the day. But when I go to the movies I love a big ol' cherry Coke to enjoy during the film. Why the hell should I be disallowed a rare indulgence because some people inhale soda like it's going out of style?? Further, all this will do is hurt businesses that serve beverages, because people will still find a way to buy and drink soda in their own time.
 
The weird part is that I don't think I've ever actually seen one person express support for the ban. Who the hell came up with this idea?

I've heard some support of it (very little) from some folks living in New York. The thing of it is, they have every right to do it. What I would suggest to those living in New York that don't want this to happen is start writing and calling in.

Luckily I don't live in New York, but if there are a majority of New Yorkers that are loony and want this to happen so be it.
 
According to a radio talk show I am presently listening to, it is opposed by a 51% to 46% margin... which is a lot closer than I would have suspected.
 
According to a radio talk show I am presently listening to, it is opposed by a 51% to 46% margin... which is a lot closer than I would have suspected.

According to John Stewart, the fine for an oversized soda is larger than the fine for possessing a fairly sizable amount of marijuana. I didn't google his claim, but he's not really known for lying about those things.

That's what makes this whole thing so damned stupid to me. $200 for a damned soda? Seriously??
 
I'd always intended to see NYC sometime. Empire State Building, Central Park, all that.


Well, I guess I never will, now.

I refuse to patronize such an idiotic petty tyranny with my tourism dollars.
 
I'd always intended to see NYC sometime. Empire State Building, Central Park, all that.


Well, I guess I never will, now.

I refuse to patronize such an idiotic petty tyranny with my tourism dollars.

Come see Ft. Worth instead. Not as crowded, loaded with culture, and lovely in late winter during the Stock Show and Rodeo.
 
I've heard some support of it (very little) from some folks living in New York. The thing of it is, they have every right to do it. What I would suggest to those living in New York that don't want this to happen is start writing and calling in.

Luckily I don't live in New York, but if there are a majority of New Yorkers that are loony and want this to happen so be it.


I'd have to see a certified poll by Pew or some other recognized pollster showing majority support before I'd be even CLOSE to believing that "the People" of NY really want this.

Even then, I'd be incredulous.
 
We considered moving to the area, some time ago.
Texas seems interesting.

There are plenty of stereotypes out there that either exaggerate our flaws or our perks. I've lived in several states over the course of my life and I can say without question that nothing feels like home except Texas.

If you ever get a chance to spend time here I strongly encourage looking up some of the historic/folksy sites to visit. There's history here that goes well beyond statehood and character you don't see anywhere else. Don't let the glitz of Houston and Dallas distract you too much, either.
 
There are plenty of stereotypes out there that either exaggerate our flaws or our perks. I've lived in several states over the course of my life and I can say without question that nothing feels like home except Texas.

If you ever get a chance to spend time here I strongly encourage looking up some of the historic/folksy sites to visit. There's history here that goes well beyond statehood and character you don't see anywhere else. Don't let the glitz of Houston and Dallas distract you too much, either.

We were actually considering looking into Wichita Falls.
In the future, I'm sure a visit to Texas will happen.

Don't really want to live in Ga my whole life.
 
There are plenty of stereotypes out there that either exaggerate our flaws or our perks. I've lived in several states over the course of my life and I can say without question that nothing feels like home except Texas.

If you ever get a chance to spend time here I strongly encourage looking up some of the historic/folksy sites to visit. There's history here that goes well beyond statehood and character you don't see anywhere else. Don't let the glitz of Houston and Dallas distract you too much, either.

Oh and Harry horse rentals are not that expensive. And don't forget your ten gallon hat:cowboy:

Let ua know when the stage coach gets ya here
 
We were actually considering looking into Wichita Falls.
In the future, I'm sure a visit to Texas will happen.

Don't really want to live in Ga my whole life.


No seriously no. Wichita Falls is absolute nothing barren pit. It is always hotter there in the summer and colder with worse weather in the winter. And there ain't a darn thing to do in that town
 
No seriously no. Wichita Falls is absolute nothing barren pit. It is always hotter there in the summer and colder with worse weather in the winter. And there ain't a darn thing to do in that town

Just looked at my company website, we have a subsidiary in Dallas.
Intra company employment moves are allowed (usually encouraged), so I could have a guaranteed job.

But it will be some time, before we'd make any serious move like that.
Hell we just bought a house, but Texas seems to be a big place, with plenty of opportunity.
 
Just looked at my company website, we have a subsidiary in Dallas.
Intra company employment moves are allowed (usually encouraged), so I could have a guaranteed job.

But it will be some time, before we'd make any serious move like that.
Hell we just bought a house, but Texas seems to be a big place, with plenty of opportunity.

That's one stereotype that is generally true. If you ever consider the move I'd be glad to help steer you away from the more questionable neighborhoods.
 
I'd always intended to see NYC sometime. Empire State Building, Central Park, all that.


Well, I guess I never will, now.

I refuse to patronize such an idiotic petty tyranny with my tourism dollars.

I've seen it. IMO, you're not missing anything. It was a serious, "so, this is it?" moment.
 
I have only one thing to say about my gravy fries....

From my cold, dead, greasy hands. :mrgreen:
 
Come see Ft. Worth instead. Not as crowded, loaded with culture, and lovely in late winter during the Stock Show and Rodeo.


i'll second that.....the Stock Show was one of the coolest events iv been to and the fist time i was introduced to grilled turkey legs......i was stationed at Ft. Hood, saw many parts fo TX...Halloween in downtown Austin was cool too....loved Corpus Christi
 
As a lefty, this is the kind of BS rule, that gives the left a bad name, as supporters of the nanny state. :peace
Don't tell me the 'slippery slope' doesn't exist. This is a classic example. The ban isn't even passed, and already there is pressure mounting to expand it.
 

Prohibition has never helped anything. :peace

If the government is expected to bail people out of medical problems via Medicare and other public health programs, it certainly ought to reserve the right to put limits on those items that contribute to public health program expenditures, namely, high calorie foods.

I think New York ought to ban the sale of cartons of cigarettes, limit pack sizes to 10, and ban multiple sales of packs for good measure.
 
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