Posted October 15, 2009 - 07:00 by Paul Michael
Health and Beauty, Food and Drink, Consumer Affairs
Yes. Well, that's just my humble opinion, but I really don't see why this has so many people throwing their arms up in the air with shock. We tax liquor and cigarettes, neither of which are essentials in life. Why not tax something that is bad for our health, preventing more people from buying it and generating much-needed cash in the process?
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Why are poor people in America so fat? Would you believe that farm subsidies have something to do with it?
Walmart is where lower income consumers come to shop. Why? Because you get the most bang for your buck. Walmart is also notorious for having the fattest customers. Why? It comes back to value - it turns out that unhealthiest food also gives you the most caloric bang for your buck.
Don't pretend you don't know what I'm talking about
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