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I do not smoke and with the exception of my attempt at being a "cool chick" when I was in school; I classify myself as a non-smoker. Even though I choose to not smoke; I find it difficult to understand the concept of banning smoking in all public establishments. Manufacturing companies continue to produce these warning labeled, tobacco sticks without concern; the government continues to collect tax from the sale of cigarettes, and convenience stores, gas stations, supermarkets, etc. continue to market cigarettes in its facilities; however, a buyer's option to enjoy his or her cigarettes is permissable in fewer establishments than the number of locations available for purchase.

Banning smoking from local facilities such as bars, pubs and nightclubs is extreme. Most generally, when entering a facility like these mentioned, one can expect the facility to be frequented by more patrons who smoke as opposed to non-smokers. These types of establishments are exclusive to patrons who are required to be of legal age; therefore, the chance of a minor's presence is highly unexpected and most certainly illegal; a decision constituted by statute because of the affects of alcohol consumption. Like the combination of beer and pizza found appealing by many Americans; cigarettes and alcohol appeals to Americans as well. A health conscientious person entering these establishments is making the choice to place himself or herself at his or her own risk upon entering this kind of environment. Smoking should be permissable if rules and regulations could be amended to meet safety and health requirements; for example; warning signs posted on these establishments suggesting patronizing could be hazardous to your health could be added to public safety regulations in order to coincide with the similar warning label found on cigarette packs.

I do agree that smoking should be banned from any type of family-oriented establishment such as restaurants, hotels, amusement centers, to name a few. These establishments require a more controlled environment; you have a wide variety of people who range from 0 to 99 in age. These persons come in droves and vary from the seriously ill to extreme health environmentalists. Respect to the atmosphere and the persons patronizing these establishments should be reason enough for any person, with a smoking habit or any vice, for that matter, to refrain from indulging. How true it is that America is noted for Freedom, but perhaps we should view "Freedom" as a variable when a decision is made regarding a person or place. I strongly believe that our government should take into consideration the nature of the business before banning the use of tobacco in all public facilities.

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