[Skooz]

The question is, are you willing to use the power of the government to ban smoking in a privately owned business establishment?

This entire thread is about a private business making that decision for itself. No government involvement.

[Gabz]

And that is as it should be. However, many of those screaming bloody murder about being around smokers are also among those applauding the loudest when the heavy hand of the government forces businesses to do the same thing.

[Just another Joe]

This entire thread is about a private business making that decision for itself. No government involvement.

I agree and am glad to find someone that actually stays on the topic the thread was started on.
I have no problem with Applebee's going nonsmoking as a private business decision.