[mikelizard860]

Originally Posted by Mr_250

I'm not a republican I just think this is an overstep. Schools are run by money obtained through taxes. Thus it's taxpayer money. If they wanted this to go through, bring it to the people and vote just don't pass more laws and more regulations. I think doing this would just give law makers more leeway to bring more "nanny" control to schools and/or life that parents should be doing. if voters agree, well that's that. But passing laws at midnight without getting the public's view when it effects the public is a bad move.

I do agree with the second item you said. Kids will break bones, get hurt, fight and run around. They are kids what else are they going to do.

Tea party or Libertarian? LOL

I hate nanny stuff more than anyone and I'm democrat. I remember that crap Bloomberg in NY was doing telling grown adults how big a soda they can buy.

[NewJeffCT]

Originally Posted by Mr_250

I'm not a republican I just think this is an overstep. Schools are run by money obtained through taxes. Thus it's taxpayer money. If they wanted this to go through, bring it to the people and vote just don't pass more laws and more regulations. I think doing this would just give law makers more leeway to bring more "nanny" control to schools and/or life that parents should be doing. if voters agree, well that's that. But passing laws at midnight without getting the public's view when it effects the public is a bad move.

I do agree with the second item you said. Kids will break bones, get hurt, fight and run around. They are kids what else are they going to do.

You're right that it's an over reach by the government. However, surveys and votes over the years have shown that when other states have banned junk foods, soda, etc, in schools, it's been a popular move. I think chocolate milk banning is too extreme, just like Bloomberg banning the giant sodas.

Obesity rates soared in the 80s, 90s and early 2000s after schools started selling coke, pepsi, juice boxes, etc, instead of your standard milk, chocolate milk and/or getting water from the drinking fountain. However, since states have started banning junk foods and soda and the like in schools, obesity rates have fallen in the last five years. (Arnold S and California banned soda and junk food way back in 2005 or 2006, I think?) I don't think it's entirely a coincidence.

[mlassoff]

I'm against this-- There's nothing wrong with a little chocolate milk. Sure, it's got high sugar content, but, like a previous poster said it's ridiculous when put up next to fried chicken nuggets, etc.

Child / teen obesity rates have soared more from lack of activity in kids than diet. No matter how much XBox 360 you play, you won't burn the same calories we used to running around outside.

If they really want to fight obesity, get kids active again. Instead of scaling back gym classes, scale them back up. Encourage participation in school teams or intra mural leagues. Do schools still do the Presidential Physical Fitness Program?

[andthentherewere3]

Originally Posted by NewJeffCT

You're right that it's an over reach by the government. However, surveys and votes over the years have shown that when other states have banned junk foods, soda, etc, in schools, it's been a popular move. I think chocolate milk banning is too extreme, just like Bloomberg banning the giant sodas.

Obesity rates soared in the 80s, 90s and early 2000s after schools started selling coke, pepsi, juice boxes, etc, instead of your standard milk, chocolate milk and/or getting water from the drinking fountain. However, since states have started banning junk foods and soda and the like in schools, obesity rates have fallen in the last five years. (Arnold S and California banned soda and junk food way back in 2005 or 2006, I think?) I don't think it's entirely a coincidence.

Connecticut banned soda sales in schools several years ago, as well as sugary drinks like Gatorade. This latest vote makes the existing law even more strict.

Also, there have been changes made in regards to food served in schools. For instance, pasta and breads are now whole grain, foods are baked not fried, packaged chips are baked, etc. But as I said earlier, I think banning chocolate milk is too restrictive.

[Mr_250]

Originally Posted by mikelizard860

Tea party or Libertarian? LOL

I don't like tea and I have not been to a library in years.

That Bloomberg stuff was crazy though. If they want to curb obesity take away the kids iPads or cell phones and make them run around outside.

[mikelizard860]

Originally Posted by Mr_250

That Bloomberg stuff was crazy though. If they want to curb obesity take away the kids iPads or cell phones and make them run around outside.

yeah really. I remember being a kid. I'd LIVE at the park. Dawn to dusk when I wasn't at school. Now they sit inside and play video games/watch tv.

[MikefromCT]

Originally Posted by mikelizard860

Tea party or Libertarian? LOL

I hate nanny stuff more than anyone and I'm democrat. I remember that crap Bloomberg in NY was doing telling grown adults how big a soda they can buy.

Believe it or not, I understand why Bloomberg wanted to put a cap on soda sizes. I also realize we as Americans have choices, and that we should have the freedom to choose what we want, but with that freedom also comes responsibility and consequences, and that's proven to be a problem area for many people in this country. Now, I'm not saying we should ban all sodas but. . . certainly any serving of soda that's larger than a baby.

[mikelizard860]

Originally Posted by MikefromCT

Believe it or not, I understand why Bloomberg wanted to put a cap on soda sizes. I also realize we as Americans have choices, and that we should have the freedom to choose what we want, but with that freedom also comes responsibility and consequences, and that's proven to be a problem area for many people in this country. Now, I'm not saying we should ban all sodas but. . . certainly any serving of soda that's larger than a baby.

I've seen people thin as a RAKE buying those large sized sodas. Genetics is a major factor here that no one seems to want to admit. Not everyone stores fat. We are in a free country. If a private business can't have the right to sell certain sized sodas then we are not truly a free country. I'm totally for labeling being mandatory though. Let people make their decision. And what's next....banning french fries? We allow people to buy ciggarettes and alcohol! Cigs are a MILLION times worse than a large soda. It's not even a comparison. Cigs are PROVEN to cause cancer. Soda has NOT been proven to cause cancer. Period.

[MikefromCT]

Originally Posted by mikelizard860

Soda has NOT been proven to cause cancer. Period.

Well, not according to industry lobbyists anyway.

[7 Wishes]

I love chocolate milk.....I guess they mean well but this is way overdoing it.