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    Letters to the editor (Sept. 1)  Sep 5, 2008
    He is spending time with people who are smoking pot (tho, studies are showing that second hand smoke from marijuana does not leave a lot of thc in your body). My suggestion is this - goggle "passing drug test +marijuana" and tell him to quit smoking weed for a while. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    Two women take on county over service animal policies  Sep 3, 2008
    We outlaw second hand smoke but asthmatic attacks are quicker to kill. I would never deny the need for an animal that truly assists a person with their disability, but companion animals are PETS." ". (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Annual fair kicks off nine nights of fun Friday  Sep 3, 2008
    As a family focused event, we must be aware of the dangers of second hand smoke and we must be responsible to our patrons to provide clean air for those who do not smoke and especially the children who come to the fair, Hegwood said. The Northwest Georgia Regional Fair is scheduled for an expanded run as it kicks off Friday, Sept. 5 and opens every night at 5 o clock through Saturday, Sept. 13. (Calhoun Times, GA)

    Quest for statewide smoking ban continues  Aug 30, 2008
    Craig wrote on Aug 25, 2008 12:03 AM:" How come no one is on the ban wagon to stop the use of alcohol. As a healthcare worker, I see more people killed or injured by drunk drivers than I see suffering from second hand smoke inhalation. I see more people abused by alcoholics than smokers. If everyone is worried about our lungs, let us outlaw cars, trucks, boats, planes, and trains. There is just as much, if not more harmful chemicals coming from these vehicles as a pack of cigarettes. If a person... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)

    City councilors unanimously vote to expand smoking ban to Pedestrian Mall area  Aug 27, 2008
    When you are outside you are free to walk on the other side of the ped mall if you don't want to inhale second hand smoke. (). (Daily Iowan, IA)

    A multitude of health issues on the rise  Aug 18, 2008
    Because these authorities said that second hand smoke was harmful, smoking has declined, the anti-smoking hysteria continues and poor health has traumatically increased. Heart disease, cancer and sugar diabetes are all out of control and obesity is no longer a laughing matter to a few adults, it has affected the children as well. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    CMA report: 21000 will die from pollution in 2008  Aug 14, 2008
    More people die from poor air quality than second hand smoke yet nothing has done about it except another useless study that will be ignored. Why should we do anything about saving the environment if it's going to cost shareholders and rich people money (that's sarcasm by the way). (CTV.ca)

    Smoking more than moral issue  Aug 13, 2008
    Rich Okelberry wrote on Aug 11, 2008 10:35 AM:" I always find it curious when people, especially those with certain ailments, complain about second hand smoke but fail to take such a stance against the second hand smoke produced by the vehicles they drive everyday. In this valley especially, pollution from automobile traffic is of a far greater concern than from all the smokers put together. Has anyone ever heard of an Air Quality alert caused by smokers? Of course many would argue that smokers... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)

    Get educated on dangers of secondhand smoke  Aug 1, 2008
    You call that Research wrote on Jul 30, 2008 8:15 AM:" Sheila: Do you really call reading reports from a pro-smoking ban website (jointogether.org) research? The article you refer to "compares admissions for acute myocardial infarction among nonsmokers with no history of heart disease" in 2 counties in Indiana. Monroe County (smoking ban) had a reduction of 22% and Deleware County (no smoking ban) had a reduction of 11%. In addition, there was no reduction among smokers!!Their conclusion: The... (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Smoking Predicts Increased Stroke Risk For Your Spouse  Jul 31, 2008
    ScienceDaily (July 30, 2008) Although Second Hand Smoke (SHS) is widely accepted as a risk factor for coronary heart disease, there have been few studies investigating the association of SHS and stroke risk. Researchers now report on evidence of increased risk of stroke for spouses of smokers. (Science Daily)

    Stroke risk from smoking partner  Jul 29, 2008
    Second hand smoke has been linked to disease. Being married to a smoker will significantly raise your risk of stroke, even if you don't smoke yourself, say researchers. (BBC News -- Health)

    Pubs are the last place I'd want to drink in  Jul 29, 2008
    Surely, with what we know about the effects of second hand smoke one would rather pop outside for than place the health of your friends and other patrons in jeopard 00004000 y. That way both sets of people can be accommodated with only a minimum of inconvenience. (Telegraph.co.uk)

    New study finds smoking predicts increased stroke risk for your spouse  Jul 29, 2008
    San Diego, July 29, 2008 Although Second Hand Smoke (SHS) is widely accepted as a risk factor for coronary heart disease, there have been few studies investigating the association of SHS and stroke risk. In a new study, published in the September 2008 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, researchers report on evidence of increased risk of stroke for spouses of smokers. (EurekAlert!)

    Nonsmokers should show their support for smoking ban  Jul 19, 2008
    duh wrote on Jul 17, 2008 10:30 AM:" Brian how busy was your business before the smoking ban? Karakoke bars aren't all that 'hoppin', especially around here. Like someone else said, it's only been 2+ weeks since the ban went into effect. All the smokers are tryin to prove a point by going to OTHER bars that do allow smoking. They'll realize what a hassle is it to venture further just to smoke and they'll be back. As for smoke-screen, obviously you havent been to restaurants lately. Because of... (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    CARLSBAD: City bans beach, park smoking  Jul 17, 2008
    Concerned One wrote on Jul 16, 2008 2:07 PM:Please, second hand smoke ... I live in a small complex and we are the only family that doesn't smoke, while the owner won't allow anyone to smoke inside the apartment, these people go outside to smoke and if I have the window's open, during a hot summer day or to let fresh air in the apartment, instead I just get the second hand smoke that just finds its way inside my apartment making it smell. (North County Times)

    Dangers outweigh need for exceptions to smoking ban  Jul 16, 2008
    patmarie wrote on Jul 14, 2008 11:05 AM:" Generalsn - You are right. How did we ever survive this long? I remember as a kid swiping chunks of warm tar to chew when the streets were being tarred and my grandfather making me bread fried in bacon grease not to mention the brown sugar and butter sandwiches. All this while growing up in a house where all the grownups smoked. Even the doctor smoked. My mother would make him tea when he made a house call and he would have the tea and a cigarette before... (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Health and smoke  Jul 15, 2008
    RB wrote on Jul 14, 2008 3:36 PM:" EDS,1 Second hand smoke does harm people. It doesn't have to harm everyone to be a risk. That is the flaw in the logic here.2 Smoke doesn't stay in one place. It follows the circulation of the air, therefore you can't limit the risk in public spaces. What you do in your house is your business. But in space you share with the rest of us, you shouldn't smoke. Period. ". Member ID. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    Claeys: R.I.P. smoke-filled bars  Jul 14, 2008
    sportbikerider wrote on Jul 12, 2008 7:04 PM:" Thank god that they finally came out with this law.....shouldve acted a long time ago.......30,000 non smokers die each year from second hand smoke, and now we can change that.........AMEN. ". mrb wrote on Jul 12, 2008 1:14 PM:" You want food and a soda...why are you going to a bar? Here's an idea R-E-S-T-A-U-R-A-N-T ". (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    State issues nine smoking-ban violation notices  Jul 14, 2008
    kl wrote on Jul 9, 2008 9:08 AM:" I am in favor of the ban, with a daughter with health problems who is affected by second hand smoke it will be nice to go to restaurants without smoking sections. It will also be nice to enter stores without walking past people smoking at the entrance. As far as bars and casinos, obviously that was never an issue for us. There will be some benefit to the ban. Not that smokers typically have cared where the second hand smoke has gone. By the way what about the... (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Smoking ban implementation begins  Jul 13, 2008
    smoke free and happy wrote on Jul 13, 2008 12:50 AM:" This is not just a smell issue. This is a health issue no matter what you believe second hand smoke, not so good. The difference with you smelling like alcohol when you leave the bar is I didnt make you consume my drink, may have made you wear it, no arguing there; But you, you make me inhale your smoke. BIG DIFFERNCE PAL!!! Let's change the scenario just for giggles. What if its a restaurant? I'm guessing people there don't spill their... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    Binge drinking, college environment linked  Jul 13, 2008
    The "second hand" effects of alcohol use, similar to the concept of second hand smoke, helped people understand that student drinking is harmful to the larger campus community. While some students chose to enrol in a college because it has a party reputation, CAS research found that campuses that emphasize intercollegiate athletics and fraternity and sorority life have higher levels of binge drinking. (Mangalorean.com)

    Should The Pawnee reopen smokeless?  Jul 8, 2008
    Second hand smoke is worse than smoking. Gina Frerichs Jul 7, 2008 4:53 PM I feel The Pawnee should reopen as a smokeless bar d/t the statewide smoking ban taking effect next June. (Columbus Telegram, NE)

    Iowans will prevail through smoking ban  Jul 5, 2008
    b rogers wrote on Jul 4, 2008 7:09 PM:" How much money do you suppose the ACS, ALA, AHA and RWJF spent to get this ban passed? The casinos had every right to protect their business. In Ohio more than 300 businesses have closed as a direct result of the smoking ban. More than 5,400 hospitality workers are out of a job. It has been such a disaster that the governor has taken almost all funding away from tobacco prevention.To date the ACS, ALA, and AHA cannot produce a single death certificate of... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    How day one of state smoking ban went  Jul 3, 2008
    myk5873 wrote on Jul 2, 2008 11:25 AM:" I would like to say a big "THANK YOU" to the state of Iowa for this law. Finally, I can enjoy the same establishments as smokers without having to breath their nasty second hand smoke. Like it or not this was the right thing to do to save lives. ". LooInMind wrote on Jul 2, 2008 11:55 AM:" We now have the biggest whiners on earth telling others to quit whining. Small business owners get trampled upon and the liberals think its great. How Ironic.... ". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Govt should increase the tax on tobacco  Jul 2, 2008
    When a smoker consumes a packet of cigarettes, for example, he damages the health of the people around him as they inhale his second hand smoke. The same smoker also increases the chance of damaging his own health and suffering an untimely death. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)

    North Pole ice may completely melt away this summer  Jun 29, 2008
    " Paul Vancouver IslandWhich group of policians is the most believeable when it comes to the problems of the planet? I'll give you a couple of clues as to who cares; it sure isn't John Baird and Stephen Harper. They first said global warming was a socialist plot, then finally agreed something is indeed happening, but only after coming on board kicking and screaming when the public demanded action; they still they have no action plan after all these years in power. They seem to live in... (CTV.ca)

    New tobacco policy now in effect  Jun 28, 2008
    "We hope that students will get in the habit of not exposing other people to second hand smoke," said Caldwell. "Every year we get complaints from students who are asthmatic or have other health concerns and in order to walk into class they must pass through smoke.". (The Seahawk, NC)

    Tips for Controlling Asthma  Jun 19, 2008
    Eliminate smoking and second hand smoke. Pregnant women who smoke are much more likely to have asthmatic children. (Newsmax)

    Northern Kentucky Residents React to Possible Smoking Ban  Jun 18, 2008
    But the health care coalition backing the ban says the problem is real: "As a health care provider working in a cancer center I see every day the effects of second hand smoke on heart disease, cancer, as well as lung disease.". The trend is for clean air rules: "The Louisville, Ashland, Lexington, Danville and Owensboro areas have all passed smoke free ordinances. Over 50 per cent of Kentucky's population lives in smoke free communities already.". (WKRC.com, OH)

    'Smoke'em if you got em, boys!'  Jun 18, 2008
    Or suggest that you always drive 9 miles over the speed limit, regardless of the road conditions, even though most law enforcement will "give you 10 over the speed limit, so long as they like your looks.No, this screed is directed at "smokers," those individuals like myself who have smoked at least half of their adult lives. And still enjoy it.We dedicated smokers are getting a good going over by the prudes who believe that it is shameful that there might be someone, anywhere, who might still be... (Lafayette Macon County Times, TN)

    Niskayuna OKs smoking ban  Jun 13, 2008
    "This local law will promote an environment free from the hazards of second hand smoke." He expects the ban will take effect July 1. Freshman Council member Julie McDonnell, who pushed for the measure, said she was inspired by a smoking prohibition at city pools and a children's playground area in Central Park in Schenectady. (Albany Times Union)

    post a comment »  Jun 13, 2008
    the truth about second hand smoke would destroy every smoking ban in the country overnite and leave the medical community left looking like propaganda artists for the left the fact is second hand smoke does not harm anyone it never has ... the media has this unwritten law to protect the second hand smoke agenda and the global warming agenda not ever allowing free speech to uncover the truth or to have an open truthful debate on any of those subjects. (International Herald Tribune)

    Bar owner loses court battle against smoking ban  Jun 12, 2008
    sparky wrote on Jun 10, 2008 3:24 PM:" Only about 1 in 4 adults in our state smoke. Bars that cater to only 25 percent of the general population are not practicing very good business sense. Historically the smoking laws have had no significant effect on the revenue of bars. People will always like to go out and drink and socialize. No one can argue the fact that second hand smoke is harmful to the bar patrons, not to mention the employees. " ... Rosey Glasses wrote on Jun 10, 2008 4:09 PM:" And... (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Fargo voters decide on total smoking ban  Jun 11, 2008
    Supporters of the ban said workers in those bars should be protected from second hand smoke. "If we believe that the health of people working is important enough to be protected, it should apply to all businesses," said Barry Nelson, a spokesman for Share the Air Fargo. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)

    A moment of silence for secondhand smoke victims  Jun 10, 2008
    douglas wrote on Jun 9, 2008 9:20 AM:" ya may want to ban cell phones too since they say they could cause cancer, and ya better look at the steroid beef, pork, and poultry, and the chemically enhanced veggies ya eat oh yea dont forget about the water your drinking. second hand smoke is not the only silent killer out there. do ya really think these farmers who have a cow with mad cow call the authorities to have it and the rest of his heard put down? its something to think about while i have a... (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    LETTERS: NCT, June 9, 2008  Jun 10, 2008
    To Megan wrote on Jun 9, 2008 8:32 AM:I agree with your comments on second hand smoke, but there is something more deadly to you and your classmates. It is the cancer causing, global warming exhaust from your teachers and parents cars. (North County Times)

    County continues West Nile Virus hunt  May 31, 2008
    Pat wrote on May 30, 2008 6:36 AM:" I wonder if the instance of West Nile out weights having what ever that stuff is sprayed on us once a week by the fogger. If it kills bugs what is it doing to us who have to breathe it? I'm sure it is worse for all of us than second hand smoke. In our quest to stamp out every crawling and flying pest we have also nearly killed out the beneficial insects. Like it or not we cannot survive without bees, they pollinate our crops. ". Name. (Pekin Times, IL)

    Ten million smokers to die by 2025 - Doctor  May 31, 2008
    "As young people, you are important in the fight for a tobacco-free Ghana. Learn more about how the tobacco industry lies about the health risks of smoking and second hand smoke and use your energy and creativity to motivate your peers to support anti-tobacco measure," he advised. Dr Gladys Ashitey, Deputy Minister of Health, said the Ministry in collaboration with other stakeholders was working hard to get the tobacco bill passed into law. (Ghana Web, Ghana)

    Second Hand Smoke Increases Hospital Admissions For All Types Of Infectious Diseases  May 29, 2008
    The researchers assessed the relationship between second hand smoke exposure and first admission to hospital for any infectious illness for 7,402 children born in Hong Kong in April and May 1997 ... The earlier the exposure to smoke the more profound the effect with exposure to second hand smoke during the first six months of life increasing the likelihood of being admitted to hospital for an infectious disease during the eight years by almost 45 per cent. ... The authors suggest that second... (Science Daily)

    The Lung Association Calls for Improved Support to Help Smokers Butt Out for Good  May 28, 2008
    Approximately 37,000 Canadians are expected to die this year from tobacco related causes,(1) including over 1,000 from second hand smoke. In health care, tobacco use costs Canada billions of dollars each year. (Canada Newswire)

    Childhood Passive Smoking Disease Risk  May 27, 2008
    The report says: "An excess risk of severe morbidity from both respiratory and other infections for all infants exposed to second hand smoke suggests that such exposure, as well as acting via direct contact with the respiratory tract, may also affect the immune system.". Latest comments on this story. (Sky News)

    Thieves Steal 2,000 Pound Anchor, No One Notices  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. Thieves took off with a 6-foot-tall, 2,000 pound anchor, and no one noticed. (WTKR.com, VA)

    "One-Child" Rule Eased For Quake Victims  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. (CBS/AP) China is relaxing its one-child policy for victims of the country's earthquake, giving some solace to grieving parents whose offspring were killed or maimed. (WTKR.com, VA)

    Two Men Wanted In Smithfield For Armed Robbery  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. Smithfield Police are on the hunt for two suspects wanted for robbing four people up at gunpoint last Wednesday. (WTKR.com, VA)

    Bush Honors Troops On Memorial Day  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. (CBS/AP) President Bush paid tribute Monday to America's fighting men and women who died in battle, saying national leaders must have "the courage and character to follow their lead" in preserving peace and freedom. (WTKR.com, VA)

    Sydney Pollack Dies Of Cancer At 73  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. (CBS/AP) Academy Award-winning director Sydney Pollack, a Hollywood mainstay who achieved commercial success and critical acclaim with the gender-bending comedy "Tootsie" and the period drama "Out of Africa, has died. He was 73. Pollack died of cancer Monday afternoon at his home in Pacific Palisades in Los Angeles, surrounded by family, said his publicist, Leslee Dart. He had been diagnosed with cancer about... (WTKR.com, VA)

    Motorcyclists Thrown From Bike, Taken To Hospital With Serious Injuries  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. A motorcyclists going down Bancker Rd in Norfolk early this morning hit a median turning onto Tidewater Dr. and was thrown from his bike. (WTKR.com, VA)

    Electronic Smoking: "It doesn't stink... and cloud the air."  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke ... It produces a vapor, like smoke, and gives the user nicotine, like a real smoke--but, it doesn't produce second hand smoke. (WTKR.com, VA)

    Developing Story: Man Shot to Death in Norfolk Home  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. An overnight shooting in Norfolk, leaves one man dead. (WTKR.com, VA)

    Hampton Roads Will Experience Summer-Like Weather Today  May 27, 2008
    Electronic cigarettes give smokers and new way to inhale without second hand smoke. We've got a very summer-like day on the way. (WTKR.com, VA)

    LETTERS: NCT, May 21, 2008  May 22, 2008
    Can anyone tell me the name of just one person, who died of second hand smoke. And that cause, was listed on the death certificate. (North County Times)

    City council votes to snuff out tobacco  May 17, 2008
    cwm wrote on May 15, 2008 8:27 AM:" Way to go Ron Cross, looks like he is the only one that has common sense.The smoking rule was to save everyone from second hand smoke. The snuff rule is a bunch of BULL CRAP! ". Crazy wrote on May 15, 2008 11:08 AM:" Well, Durant has come through again. Higher taxes, and now no smokeless tobacco. Wow, what makes people want to stay in this town? ". (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)

    3 Cents Blog  May 17, 2008
    For those with asthma & other health problems second hand smoke is more than just a nuisance ... Rather, people have the right to not be subjected to harmful substances, and smoking sections do little to protect patrons from second hand smoke-you would never see an asbestos section in a restaurant. (WTKR.com, VA)

    Inmate's secondhand smoke claim reinstated  May 16, 2008
    He sued in federal court in Greenville in 2006 for damages from emotional distress and potential health problems, including high blood pressure and damages to blood vessels from the second hand smoke. The Mississippi Department of Corrections denied all of Marcus allegations. (The Clarion-Ledger)

    Olympia tavern challenges state smoking ban  May 13, 2008
    somedude wrote on May 12, 2008 8:52 AM:" Good luck man!!! I am not a smoker but I will not trample on the right's of another! If you don't want to smell second hand smoke you have the "right" to get up and go somewhere else and not put yourself around it! As far as banning smoking the way they have goes against our Right's and in my mind is an illegal law! Allowing them to take our right's away no matter "How it will protects us" must stop! Before you know it we won't have any left at all! ".... (Longview Daily News, WA)

    Smoke-free laws have no impact on employee turnover  May 7, 2008
    Ostensibly, when the smoking law changed, the mix of characteristics in their job (such as wages, job responsibilities, the presence of second hand smoke) may have changed and caused people to choose another place of work. But the study did not bear this out, said Thompson. (EurekAlert!)

    Secondhand Smoke Exposure Can Cause Cell Damage In 30 Minutes  May 6, 2008
    "We wanted to study whether even a brief 30 minutes of exposure to second hand smoke in otherwise healthy subjects would result in blood vessel injury and how the body's own repair mechanisms--the EPCs--would be affected by such an exposure," says Yerem Yeghiazarians, MD, director of the Translational Cardiac Stem Cell Program at UCSF.. The secondhand smoke's effect on all measures was profound, he says. (Science Daily)

    A simple solution: Smoke at home  May 2, 2008
    " tjstrat wrote on Apr 30, 2008 3:34 PM:" "As for second hand smoke causing cancer in other individuals, they still don't have the definite proof. The studies say it "contributes", but that is about it. ". If first person smoke causes cancer in the smoker, and the smoker expels many if not all of the same toxins back into the air (in a slightly lower concentration), it's disingenuous to disregard second hand smoke as a cause of cancer ... " Ken Campbell wrote on Apr 30, 2008 3:29 PM:" Facts... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    REGION: Unflattering report card for smog  May 2, 2008
    Its not second hand smoke wrote on May 1, 2008 2:16 PM:killing us, its you people with cars, if only they coud invent a device that would pump all of your transmissions back into the passenger section of cars, then we would be ok. Carter wrote on May 1, 2008 3:31 PM: In addition to the above, the move to electric cars will be logarithmic starting now; meaning that the number on the road will double or triple or more every year from now on. (North County Times)

    COLUMN: Thank God, the state has Big Tobacco to feed on  Apr 23, 2008
    parents who smoke around their kids cause health issues with the second hand smoke. is there such a thing as second hand fat. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    A loss of the right to choose  Apr 21, 2008
    Dave wrote on Apr 16, 2008 7:24 AM:" you have no right to smoke in public. You have no right to spread second hand smoke and you have no right to lie about such things like how bars and restaurans will take a hit in profits and business. All over the country, cities and states are banning public smoking and guess what? Bars and restaurants are not taking a hit and smokers are not forced to live in caves. Get over it ". Jake wrote on Apr 16, 2008 5:36 AM:" Democrats don't care about your rights,... (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Cigar clubs grow despite smoking ban  Apr 21, 2008
    But the attorney for the Lilydale Social Club says the smoking ban was created to protect employees from second hand smoke. Their club has no employees, and is not open to the public. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)

    Everyone will adjust  Apr 20, 2008
    First of all, second hand smoke stinks ... Any smoker that thinks I should be happy to breathe his second hand smoke is nuts. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Boca Raton parks set to ban smoking  Apr 20, 2008
    The whole second hand smoke bs has already been exaggerated way beyond the actual science, but to state that non-smokers are harmed by second hand smoke in an open air park is taking it a whole nother absolutely ridiculous level. By Phil. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Smokers have rights, too  Apr 18, 2008
    Just a source of income wrote on Apr 14, 2008 8:43 AM:" The second hand smoke issue does not even logically make sense, just like a great portion of our "JUNK SCIENCE" now days. Real science is not doing studies where the outcome is pre-determined before the study even begins. There has not been any proof that second hand smoke does anything other then smell bad to non-smokers. In the future, all of us (smokers and non-smokers alike) will pay dearly for teaching our legislators a new way to... (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Details about Smoke Free Illinois Act still unsettled  Apr 17, 2008
    Barf wrote on Apr 16, 2008 5:18 PM:" Why dont the OLD Smokie OKieS Kwit KrYInG, Boo Hoo , I cant Smoke my Cancer Stick, And give second hand smoke to Non Smookerz Accept the new LAW!! go to Evansville they have certain restaurants that anyone 18 you can smoke in them, Indiana dont have a total smoke out, at least Illinois sticks with its decision ,, UNTIL A pAYOFF! ". Name. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)

    Restaurants, bars  Apr 17, 2008
    "I wanted to allow these small business owners to make their own business decisions about how they operate their business." Greiner thinks the argument that this would help protect employees from second hand smoke was a weak one. She doesn't feel this will make Iowans any healthier. (Kalona News, IA)

    Exhale, fellow smokers - we'll survive the ban  Apr 15, 2008
    I have been around second hand smoke most of my adult life in both my job and social time. The ban has gone too far. (University News, MO)

    Smoking ban creates double standard  Apr 12, 2008
    Don't have an account. (older than 14 days). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Culver to sign smoking ban law next week  Apr 12, 2008
    avee wrote on Apr 10, 2008 11:32 AM:" I don't smoke and I don't go to bars or restaurants that I don't like. I know of restaurants that are non-smoking that I will not go to because they are dirty and I don't trust the food they serve or trust the preparers of the food. There are smoking restaurants and bars that I go to because I like the food and the service, etc. If you don't want to breath second hand smoke, don't go to bars or restaurants that allows smoking. There are plenty of places that... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Smoking ban clears statehouse; 3 area reps. vote no  Apr 11, 2008
    "Personally I don't smoke and inhaling second hand smoke can kill a person," said Monty Reinking, manager at Malarky's Pub, "but from a business standpoint I think it will damper the crowd." Currently Malarky's has smoking and non-smoking designated areas. Rep. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)

    Legislature narrowly approves smoking ban, exempts casinos  Apr 11, 2008
    gkb32 wrote on Apr 9, 2008 7:33 AM:" Does anyone on this blog know of anyone who has died of second hand smoke? With all the numbers of "lives saved" that is thrown out there, I'd like to see 1 name of a person who died of second hand smoke. ". highrolla7 wrote on Apr 9, 2008 9:00 AM:" It doesnt have to kill you to be a bad thing. Open a book and read about the illness' out there caused by second hand smoke. " ... Justagirlinloo wrote on Apr 9, 2008 11:21 AM:" Wow - I'm surprised. And I'm happy.... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Statehouse commmittee OKs public smoking ban plan; House could vote soon as Tuesday  Apr 10, 2008
    motormaker wrote on Apr 8, 2008 10:07 AM:" I, for one of many, am getting sick and tired of hearing the doomsday people continue to harp on the "second hand" smoke causing so many problems. I challenge any one of you to name or show me one person that has been affected by second hand smoke. If you don't like smoke in a bar, LEAVE. There are plenty of places that do not allow smoking that will accomodate you. That would be a solution but, no, you want to go into the smoke allowed places so you... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Smoking ban passes House  Apr 9, 2008
    panthers08 wrote on Apr 9, 2008 12:34 AM:" You second hand smoke people really need to get a grip, yes it can be bad for you if your exposed to it all the time but to act like walking by someone or going into a place for a few hours were people are smoking is going to have a huge effect on your health is crazy, by the way I dont smoke and also ya know car exhaust is bad for you to better ban them and for god sake stay inside one may drive by you ! in fact better just stick your fanny in a bubble... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Letter to the Editor: A non-smoker's perspective on restaurant smoking ban  Apr 5, 2008
    In this case, it was decided that the risks of second hand smoke was great enough to constitute a risk to the population as a whole. (). (The New Hampshire, NH)

    C.P. goes smoke-free  Apr 5, 2008
    To "Lynn" wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:58 AM:" To "Lynn"....You said "Band Drinking Too, because it can kill a car load of people" The government isn't banning you from smoking, they are banning you from inhibiting other people's lives with your smoke. I sure wouldn't want my children breathing in your cancersticks. As far as the comparison of drinking in bars and second hand smoke, I choose to have a designated driver, as do the majority of the public, so second hand smoke is more dangerous that... (Munster Times, IN)

    Experts urging smokers to replace cigs with exercise  Apr 5, 2008
    TODAY'S VOTE Would legalising brothels end vice trade problems. NORTH-WEST HEADLINES. (Bolton News)

    Fuming residents protest smoking ban  Apr 4, 2008
    wrote on Apr 3, 2008 7:07 PM:" I am so thankful for the smoking ban!! My DH, DD and I all have asthma and it is so great to finally be able to go out and eat with out having health issues such as DD vomiting at the table due to coughing so bad from a second hand smoke induced asthma attack! Or not being able to taste my food because my sinuses are so congested from smoke fumes. I've often wondered if smokers even think or care about what they are doing to others while they are puffing away???... (Olney Daily Mail, IL)

    April Election Preview: Conway running for City Council  Apr 4, 2008
    wake up wrote on Apr 3, 2008 11:38 PM:" YES THERE ARE MANY OF YOU IN THE CITY OF KIRKSVILLE THAT DO NOT SMOKE BUT REALLY, GET A GRIP. WHAT HAPPENED TO FREEDOM OF CHOICE? SOME PEOPLE DO NOT SOKE BUT DO SMOKE WHEN THEY DRINK, FREEDOM OF CHOICE. I THINK THAT WAS A REALLY RUDE COMMENT TO MAKE AND ONLY MADE JUST BECAUSE YOU ARE A NON-SMOKER.AND IT IS A PROVEN FACT A PERSON CAN HAVE CANCER WITHOUT EVEN LIGHTING UP ONCE IN THIER LIFE BUT THAT DOES NOT MEAN IT IS FROM SECOND HAND SMOKE. Nothin wrong... (Kirksville Daily Express, MO)

    Three months in, smoke still hasn't cleared on ban  Apr 2, 2008
    Gov't Depressed Mule wrote on Mar 31, 2008 4:14 PM:" You tell him Gomer. We have to make sure everyone knows that second hand smoke is harmless. It is a consipacy. We know more than those phoney scientists. " ... JD wrote on Mar 28, 2008 6:14 PM:" I fully support the smoking ban. It is a logical solution to the problem of Second Hand Smoke harming the public and the people who work in bars. If you want to smoke, you can exercise your choice to go outside of stay home. You don't like the choices,... (The Pantagraph newspaper)

    Facebook, Bebo, My Space face censorship orders  Mar 29, 2008
    "Ed Balls, the Children s Secretary, said that he accepted all of Dr Byron s recommendations and would take them forward . This is a serious threat to free speech and informed debate. -If you disagree with the 'consensus of govt experts' on whatever subject, you will find you will be unable to express those views and any amount of govt propaganda or lies can be normalised without challenge. Take the govts views on second hand smoke; The evidence is clear that SHS is less harmful than drinking... (Times Online)

    Cigarettes to be sold under shop counters  Mar 27, 2008
    New smokers will be few and far between and eventually we will not have to endure other peoples second hand smoke when walking in the street. Smoking is dirty, smelly and totally antisocial and has no benefit whatsoever. (Times Online)

    Government could target your favorite bad habit next  Mar 25, 2008
    me wrote on Mar 24, 2008 11:25 PM:" i don't really see how anyone can actual argue against a smoking ban in public places. secondhand smoke kills people every day. it could be a few years off someones life if not many, many more. the government is here to protect us, and if they don't pass this bill i would say they don't care about the people and their families that deal with the affects of second hand smoke. you want to kill yourself, fine! but do it away from my family and friends! it's... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Anti-smoker jihad tactics prove useless  Mar 24, 2008
    Absolutely right, except that even here too much credibility is given to the alleged dangers of second hand smoke. Anyone who looks into the issue objectively and thoroughly discovers that the health risks of environmental tobacco smoke have been wildly overstated through a carefully crafted propaganda campaign, for years, made up of junk science, deliberately misinterpreted or ignored accurate science, and ever increasing tactics of hate, demonization, and hysteria against smokers themselves. (Gamecock Online, SC)

    Passive but dangerous  Mar 23, 2008
    Second hand smoke is a major source of indoor air pollution ... The UN Surgeon General says that the only way to fully protect yourself and your loved ones from the dangers of second hand smoke is through 100 per cent smoke-free environments ... Let owners of businesses that are not smoke-free know that second hand smoke is harmful to your family s health. (Hindu)

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