kids 6 and under. My point is that is someones right to smoke in THEIR own vehicle with whomever they chose, just as its your  right to smoke in your house. It is personal property, not government. And for those to argue that. Yes, the roads are government but so is 20 feet out most of front doors. Fact of the matter is that this is a good thing for kids but at the same time what do you think of the land of the FREE not being so free. Alcohol should be a bigger factor. They should ban it if they want to ban something, smoking a cigarette does not impare judgment matter of fact some of the people who smoke amd cant in their cars may get arratic. But drinking alcohol which is served at bars, restaraunts and so forth allow you to take the lives of everyone on the road in the hands of a FOOL. People are how people are not everyone agrees with everything, gays cant get married b/c the bible says no but at the same time its your right not to believe in the bible. Come on, get real. CRAZINESS
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actually those people smoke,drinks,act fools and crazy is because of the pressure from the LAWS.
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I don't really think Big Brother is listening to all our phone calls. Big Brother just doesn't have that much time and help.\n\nNot smoking? Here in FL people pretty much can't smoke indoors anymore, except in bars. That was a law passed by the voters. As a non smoker, even though I did not vote for it, it sure doesn't bother me to sit in a restaurant and not breathe in second hand smoke.\n\nI'm also all for the seat belt law. Aside from it protecting children, it also protects other people in the car from the 200 pound projectiles that morons become in an accident when they don't want to buckle up.\n\nBottom line (IMHO)-\nI don't really think that not wearing a seat belt is a right, as driving is a privilege. And since secondhand smoke has been proven harmful, I don't think people should be forced to be exposed to it.\n\nThe phone calls- that's something else. I do think there should be just cause for listening in on private conversations.
533195
This is definitely one of those areas where the government should keep it's fat nose out of peoples business... How would let's say, Protestants like it if their religion was outlawed, just because they couldn't get 50% of the votes to keep it legal?.. Our religion, what we put into our bodies and a lot of other areas of our lives are none of anyone's business.
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I think smoking is a personal choice.  I used to smoke and I quit, but I still believe this is a free country and what people do in their homes/cars etc. is their business as long as it's not hurting anyone else.  Second hand smoke is annoying, however, if I don't want to experience it, I don't go into places where there is a lot of smokers or bad ventilation.  I don't think it's fair to try and regulate everything because this is still the United States.  Not to mention, what do you think they will move to next?
191913
I am on your side.  All these sniveling little fairies can go to hell.  We have a right to smoke.  The worst of the group are these little assholes who used to be smokers and now feel the need to dictate to us where we go, what we do, and how we live.  People like you are what we need to make this country great again.  Thank you for taking the time to educate the morons that have replied negatively.
13552
Definitely should be laws against this! No child should have to breathe in second hand smoke- it's cruel. Parents with any sense wouldn't smoke around their kids.
428778
good question! I don't care for that freedom of choice jazz. the issue is the child's health & I keeping waiting to see what has to happen before overweight children becomes an important enough issue for the AMA or any govt agency to address. for example, I think it should be a crime for pregnant women to smoke but so far it's completely legal even with evidence of risks to the baby.
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No.\n\nGenerally, the ACLU advocates for people whose RIGHTS are being violated--that'd be civil liberties, equal protection, due process, etc. Smoking cigarettes--like driving--is a PRIVILEGE, not a right.\n\nIf the government said that no one under 18 could drive, I'm pretty sure the ACLU wouldn't give a damn, seeing as most state governments already say that no one under 16 or 17 can drive and they don't seem to care much about that.\n\nOn the other hand, if the government said that no one who is Jewish or a communist or black or a Ku Klux Klan member is allowed to drive, then I'd say that's something the ACLU just might get involved in.\n\nIf they say no one is allowed to smoke indoors in your state, well, that just sucks. Wait until they start saying that everyone is allowed to smoke indoors--except Filipinos--and then think about giving the ACLU a call.
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the lowest legal age for tobacco is 16 in alaska. the cop can take it away. he probobly gave a choice of fine or forfeiture. the damned 'forbidden fruit' scenario. we're always going to seek what we cant have. in other parts of the world ive been to im shocked at how young people get into things. but then, its not (drugs, drink, tobacco, ect) popular because its not restricted. my truck for instance, the envy of all who are without one. i couldnt wait to get old enough to drive legally. now, i can drive anywhere but choose not to because its no big deal & am sick of driving every damn day.
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Neither is ok. I hope you aren't drinking then driving because you think this is acceptable behavior. Check your ethics here, I think you are mixed up.  Smoking only really kills the driver, is dirty to our streets, is litter, causes bad smells, and kills from a distance with the mil age at zero. A car with a drunk driver kills big time.
73729
I'm sure you've heard the Bible command about loving your neighbor....right?   Well, would it be a loving thing to add deadly second hand smoke to the air at this festival?\n\nPersonally, after watching my mother die of lung cancer and heart failure due to smoking, and my father needlessly suffer and die from second hand smoke, I am appalled that anyone would even consider using their addiction as an excuse for doing such a thing as you are suggesting!  (Yes, I'm angry!)
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I am not a smoker, but have no problem with people smoking in designated areas in restaurants, or public places like hospitals, malls, etc. I expect people to be smoking in bars, clubs and such. I know there are people that are on oxygen, allergic to smoke, have lung problems and the smoke increases their difficulty to breath. However, everyone has the right to do what they want to as long as it does not hurt someone else. I believe their is a common ground and solution without totally banning smoking and coming down so hard on people who choose to smoke.\n\nAs for taxation, the government has that go in' on....They tax the vices they know people won't quit....gambling, Alcohol,......that's the way it goes.
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If it were treated like alcohol in terms of age restrictions and enforcement, and banned in public so the rest of us don't get your second hand smoke (including in 'just outside the building' corridors of smoke), I don't really care.  I don't think it is worse than alcohol, and it may be better for you. I'd let science decide on that point.
250223
Personally, I would love more cigarette taxes.  My mother died of lung cancer when I was 16 years old.  I agree that smoking is a 'right' but not when people's smoking gets into my clean air.  I don't want to inhale all that.
373832
Oh my gosh i know exactily what you mean.My best friend does it. Her and Her mom with the windows rolled up and i was telling her that it wasnt good for her son. Heck it isnt good for anyone to be inhaling smoke especially with the windows rolled up.That to me is like giving your child a death sentence or something.People who dont smoke that are sitting with pple who smoke are getting more of that smoke than the actual smoker i took a class at WIC and they told us about it. Yes i think it should be banned as well
318110
I'm kind of mixed on this one. The people that I have seen that smoke pot are really stupid, even when they aren't stoned.  I would hate to see a lot more kids turn out like that because it is easier to get.  On the other hand, adults who choose to get drunk or stoned are going to do it anyway, so it probably should be taxed.  Can't really make a call on this issue.
536874
First, I am going to have to research this about Colorado...to answer your question from my views, no, it is wrong to tell anyone what they can or can't do in their own homes! I bought a half of duplex and we do have homes assoc. but I will never be told what to do in my own house...I am also a taxpayer! The witch hunt on this Smoking Ban has gotten out of hand! Citizens are going to have to stand up and be counted...whether you smoke or not, it is not the real issue..it is the gov't and their under-classmen who have decided to start and approve some of these absolutely wrong laws. What's next? How many kids you are allowed to have? How much you can drive your car? We are allowing all the commercials on TV which endorse all the "call your doctor for a RX" and all of the medical ones that are trying to get people hooked on prescription drugs! I hope everyone wakes up and sees what it is doing to our country. We have gotten away from the greatness that this country was built on...Back to the question...I don't see how they can ban owners from smoking in their own condo...I quess they would be buying mine back for a hefty price...I can't believe that this was ruled admissable in the court system. Isn't Colorado, the same state that is banning smoking but also trying to legalize pot? Go figure...wierd...I'll be anxious to hear all the answers. Great question!