Smoke, Lies and the Nanny State

[Zeebra]

Very well written essay by Joe Jackson (yes the singer Joe Jackson) about the anti-smoking crusade and the inconsistencies in anti-smoking campaigns data.

Do yourself a favour and read this article.

Joe Jackson essay

Click on "download e-booklet", it's a pdf document.

 

[bilder]

I have started to ask the anti-cigar folks for their opinion on a currently legal mood altering drug that is marketed to children as well as adults.

This substance is addictive and has been clinically proven to alter moods and perceptions with even a mild to moderate dose, depending on the subjects tolerance levels. It is perfectly legal and is added to food and beverages routinely and is even marketed as an added benefit in some products.

What is this drug that is altering the moods of the young and old alike?

Caffiene addiction is a serious problem!!!

 

[JHolmes763]

You think that's bad? Dihydrogen Monoxide kills thousands of people each year yet it's completely legal! That's some scary stuff.

 

[MiamiCubano]

Good read, thanks for sharing.

Related to this, I recently finished reading these, both of which are damn fine reads:

Linky

Linky 2

 

[Infinity]

Interesting read, thanks for the link.

Just like most issues, the people in power (many of you understand what I mean), continue to feed us the BS they want for their own gain.

Brian