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return2ozma@lemmy.world to politics @lemmy.world · 1 year ago

Biden administration dropping plan to ban menthol cigarettes: Report

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Biden administration dropping plan to ban menthol cigarettes: Report

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return2ozma@lemmy.world to politics @lemmy.world · 1 year ago
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The Biden administration has reportedly abandoned its plans to ban menthol cigarettes after warnings that it could push away some Black voters. The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday the White …
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    Ratcheting up tax until no one can afford it is a ban with a lot of steps

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      Folks, you heard it here first.

      Housing has officially been banned!

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        Yes, literally. I live in California and here we talk about “effective bans” on new housing quite a bit. No, it’s not a straightforward ban, but it’s so many permits and taxes and requirements that it’s an effective ban (although zoning is a straightforward ban).

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          That’s why I can’t drive anymore.

          By requiring a license they’ve banned driving.

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            Hypothetically, if the cost of a license was prohibitive, sure.

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              Any amount is prohibitive to some, so I guess groceries are banned now too.

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                In a functioning state, those who can’t afford groceries get them free, so no. Also, that’s companies setting the prices, not government.

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                  I just hear free steaks now.

                  Yum.

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                    It’s nice not having to worry about food

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