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If It's That Bad, Ban It
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A retired cardiologist who thinks everyone should just eat kale and drink tap water is behind Richmond, CA's proposed soda tax. You'd think that a guy with extreme views on nutrition wouldn't get anywhere with it, but he got this on the ballot. And he has Danny Glover supporting him, for what that's worth (and just like Hugo Chavez). He's an old guy with a ponytail, for what THAT'S worth, too. And here's the thing: On sodas, he might well be right -- they ARE bad for you. But is taxing small businesses -- which will pass the tax on not only in increased soda prices but increased prices on everything -- a good idea? (San Francisco Chronicle)
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