Should There be a Tax on Sodas?

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Topic Introduction
Here is a 5 minute introduction to our topic
Crtical Thinking Areas: As you see the videos and reading, please think about...
1. Pro & Con: Should the government treat sugar like tobacco or alcohol?
2. Pro & Con: Can your employer make you pay a fine for being overweight?
3. What is the role of government in maintaining your health?
4. What are effective ways to create a healthy population?

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Facts about sodas, obesity and diabetes
This video covers basics about sugar and diseases

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This is what happened since 2012
This shows how taxing sodas may not have worked

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2023: Here is the latest research
Complex Problem: many foods <-> many diseases

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US News Report on "Fat Tax" (fast food tax)
These news reporters talk about the Pros & Cons of a Soda Tax
Optional Video: "Nanny State" (possibly only available in US)
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XT_fmiO_N2w
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