If I am in an enclosed space such as an office or airplane...I want breathable air. I don't care if a restaurant or bar allows smoking...I can choose not to go into that establishment. Everything can be taken to an extreme...a little common sense goes a long way with smoking as with excess weight. If I pay for my seat on a bus, train or plain I want to use that seat. I do not want another person leaking onto MY seat. Do I have compassion for them? Of course. Should they pay for 2 seats if they NEED 2 seats? OF COURSE.
I am a thin woman who is constantly being sought out on planes by the obese. I am serious. I pay for my seat...I always sit by the window so I can have a bit of personal space...but nearly every time a massive person will spot me and sit next to me because they know they can use part of my area. I'm not trying to come off as rude or insulting...Just speaking from my perspective. Mr. Smith, a question: Who is going to be MY advocate?
I don't care if another smokes or eats until they are obese. Just don't blow the smoke in my face or take half of the seat I paid full price for.
They do the same with me. I’m a tiny guy.