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comment by rob05c
rob05c  ·  2896 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: A New Policy Disagreement Between Clinton and Sanders: Soda Taxes

Bernie isn't opposed to reducing sugary drink consumption. He's opposed to raising taxes on the poor. Which is what this proposal amounts to. There are ways to reduce soda consumption without taxing the poor.





cylonbabyliam  ·  2891 days ago  ·  link  ·  

Such as incentivizing manufacturers to reduce the production of soda products, and replace them with healthier alternatives.