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The Silver Lining of NYC’s Smoking Ban

Could it be the high water mark of craziness?

I sure hope so! I’m actually buoyed by the BBC Radio report interviewing New Yorkers, a few of whom said that the outdoor ban was hinky (I’m making a circular motion next to my ear.) The BBC has been an … Continue reading

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A Culture of Lying

Why should you believe me?

CNN, quoting the Surgeon General, reported that “secondhand smoke is as dangerous as smoking.” Time Magazine and the BBC, quoting the United Nations, reported that “secondhand smoke causes Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.” A  married couple says a debt reduction company … Continue reading

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