SF Considers a Tax on Sugary Drinks
Those of you who think that Liberalism equates to tolerance need to look at the on-going bills that the city of san francisco is inacting. This gov't thinks that it has the right to mandate anything. They are not going to take your choices away, but they sure as hell are going to tax you for the choices you make.
SF Considers a Tax on Sugary Drinks
http://www.kcbs.com/SF-Considers-a-T...ffeine/1348719
For years, the idea of taxing soda to beat back obesity has been tossed around in medical circles. But now, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom is proposing a tax on beverages high in fructose corn syrup.
Newsom says obesity accounts for tens of millions of dollars in city health care costs. He cites a recent San Francisco Health Department survey that found nearly a quarter of the city's 5th, 7th and 9th graders were overweight and that high sugar drinks make up a tenth of a kid's daily calorie count.
Newsom reportedly wants all big box retailers and chain drug stores to pay into his new "Shape up San Francisco" program, which started this past summer with a walking regimen.
This comes as the state of California is considering slapping caffeine-infused sodas, and energy drinks with warning labels, saying consumption can contribute to diabetes.