Even though I am a non-smoker I get a chuckle out of the intolerance and virulence of the anti-smoking crowd. They rant, rave and act as though they have the moral high ground.
Reality check: The average lifespan of a male in the US, as of 2010, is 75.6 years. It is 80.8 years for the ladies. Cigarettes or no, we are all going to die eventually. Deal with it, move on.
The anti-smoking crowd has no right or authority to dictate what others should and should not do. They can, however, control their own actions. If one does not care for the smell of smoke -- do not frequent establishments which allow it. Very simple. Live and let live.
I am waiting for the day when other "bad for you" things such as junk / fast food [[burgers, fries, chips, Twinkies, chocolate) and trans fats are banned. Many of the same folk who were thrilled by the smoking ban will likely be up in arms over someone telling them what they can and cannot eat. That day is not far off.
Pick and choose your arguments carefully, folks. Our personal liberties are in jeopardy and it is only a matter of time until one of your own guilty pleasures is in the crosshairs.
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