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You aren't paying a dime for smokers health coverage. #1 they pay a federal and state subsidy into the budget, for the state of Kookifornia that equates to $1,074,323,000 just for the state collections. #2 the individuals with health coverage ALWAYS pay a higher premium for that coverage. The smoker is paying for their own choice.

However, you have given in to the socialist mindset. As a result of these socialistic tax practices, we now have the ability to dictate personal behaviour. Your dream comes true.

Once again, please change your monikor. Real patriots support personal freedom and less government. Obviously, you are in opposition.

The smoker is paying for their own choice.

LOL! Really? What do most people pay for insurance premiums? About $200-300/month for good health insurance coverage - more for kids and the wife - so at most $500 a month. 500 x 12 = $6000/year - that still less than one day in the hospital. Just paying taxes is NOT paying your "fair share" since smoking related health issues cost more per premium per smoker, than the non-smoker.

However, you have given in to the socialist mindset. As a result of these socialistic tax practices, we now have the ability to dictate personal behaviour. Your dream comes true.

I'm not trying to dictate anything - enjoy your smokes - just don't ask me to help with your healthcare. If you have your own insurance then I've got no problem with you or your smokes

Once again, please change your monikor. Real patriots support personal freedom and less government. Obviously, you are in opposition.

Kiss my ass - I have not advocating stopping your "personal freedom," nor have I increased the size of government. If anything I'm proposing making igovernment smaller. Don't hire public servants who smoke - less health problems - less paper work, etc.