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Comment #2211

2010-11-05T22:54:47Z

Two nights before election day, one of the candidates that Jon was planning on voting for called with a slimy message against his opponent. Because of that, Jon did not vote for him. It's nice to hear that there are some politicians committed to positive campaigns.

Comment #2210

2010-11-05T13:08:02Z

True. And in some places bars are exempt from the no-smoking laws. Like in Switzerland, where eating in restaurants is now much more pleasant (at least until you get the bill) due to recently-passed legislation. Unfortunately, one of our favorite restaurants has the dining area (technically smoke-free) located above the bar (definitely not).

I guess there are not yet enough non-smoking drinkers to tip the balance.

All the more reason for Sunshine Laws, if the smoke-filled room of political decision-making is also alcohol-filled. Already it seems as if too many of our policies were made under the influence....

Comment #2209

2010-11-05T03:03:45Z

**Is “smoke-filled room” a political anachronism in these relatively smoke-free days?

No, I know plenty of bars that have decided that it is to their advantage to pay the fines when checked in on by whatever agency makes sure they're smoke free. Lots of people still like to smoke while drinking.