She is gone, do you smoke?

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This might piss people off, but keep in mind that is not my reason, this is just my opinion. I think the "anti smoking" laws and ordinances suck. Non smokers shouldnt have to sit in a smokey room, no doubt. But, almost all restaurants have a designated smoking section, which is usually in a seperate room. Also, I think the only person who should have the right to tell a business owner how to run their business, is the owner themselves. No one is forcing the non-smokers to go to these places. Just like no one is forcing me to go to an establishment in which I cannot light up after dinner. The ultimate decision of where to eat, or go for other entertainment purposes, and why is up to the patron. If you think it violates your rights to have people smoke in the same building as you, just remember, no-one made you go. I dont complain when I cant smoke somewhere because I chose to go. That was a concious decision on my part. I do agree that there should be a seperate area for the smokers, and as a business owner, you should be willing to accomodate everyone. These are the things that makes this country great, diversity and the ability to make your own decisions. I choose to smoke, you choose not to. What I do is none of anyones concern and vice versa. Sorry to rant, this is just a sore subject everywhere you go and it hits a lot of nerves. I also commend everyone, well almost everyone with the exception of a few schmo's like our beloved FalconGTHO, for being able to carry an inteligent conversation on such a touchy subject.

Caymon