bloomberg is an idiot - ban 44oz sodas

[iceberg]

http://news.blogs.cnn.com/2012/05/31...ned/?hpt=hp_t1

If New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has his way, you won't be gulping down any 44-ounce Cokes at any of the Big Apple's eateries after March 2013.

Citing what he says is the contribution sugary beverages make to obesity in the U.S., Bloomberg says the buck, and the big Dr. Pepper, stops with him.

“Obesity is a nationwide problem, and all over the United States, public health officials are wringing their hands saying, ‘Oh, this is terrible.’ New York City is not about wringing your hands; it’s about doing something. I think that’s what the public wants the mayor to do,” Bloomberg told The New York Times.

[VTA]

I want to ban government figures from opening their filthy gobs.

[SilverBear]

I want to ban government figures from opening their filthy gobs.

There's a petition I'll sign...

[JBond]

"Sales of sweetened drinks larger than 16 ounces would still be permitted in supermarkets and convenience stores, according to the reports, including one from CNN affiliate NY1.

Bloomberg's ban would not apply to diet drinks, juices, milkshakes or alcohol, according to the NY1 report.

If Bloomberg's plan goes through, there's still a way to drown yourself in Pepsi. The Times says while fast-food restaurants could only give out cups holding 16 ounces or less, free refills are allowed. So just plan for more trips to the soda bar."

[SilverBear]

"Sales of sweetened drinks larger than 16 ounces would still be permitted in supermarkets and convenience stores, according to the reports, including one from CNN affiliate NY1.

Bloomberg's ban would not apply to diet drinks,

And just like that, my question was answered... you guys are good...

[Cajuncowboy]

I hope someone walks up to him at a news conference and douses him with a cherry slurpee! Heck it works for the Peta fools.

[iceberg]

MAN - they let him have the last shot in on me. :)

http://www.sugarstacks.com/beverages.htm

wow - when you compare to a 44oz drink you have:

soda: 128 grams
sobe bottled tea: 140 grams
arizona canned tea: 144 (48 oz) (what WAS trayvon thinking??)
minute maid OJ: 132 oz
apple juice: 143

our government needs to get busy banning all this crap!

[SilverBear]

arizona canned tea: 144 (48 oz) (what WAS trayvon thinking??)

Nothing-- he was stoned...

[iceberg]

this is far more entertaining on the zone. wonder what a_minimalist would do in here.

[VTA]

wonder what a_minimalist would do in here.

Call you stupid again...