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"In New York City, those craving a Big Gulp or a venti Starbucks drink may be in for a rude awakening in the weeks ahead. If proposed legislation passes, they could be illegal!\nPinterestFacebookNew York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is taking aim at giant, sugary drinks. He&amp;#39;s proposing a new law that could ban the sale of sugar beverages greater than 16 ounces in size. The law would apply to every food establishment, including cafes, food carts, sports stadiums and movie theaters.\n&amp;quot;The idea here is you tend to eat all the food in the container in front of you,&amp;quot; Bloomberg said in an interview on MSNBC. &amp;quot;If it&amp;#39;s a bigger container, you eat more. If somebody put a smaller glass or plate or bowl in front of you, you would eat less.&amp;quot;\nHealth officials say it&amp;#39;s a smart move, but not everyone&amp;#39;s happy. &amp;quot;New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg&amp;#39;s micromanaging Nanny State strikes again,&amp;quot; said Americans For Limited Government President Bill Wilson.\nWhat do you think? Is a law like this a good idea or way too over the top?\nP.S. The smart new way to stay hydrated. And, 8 reasons to kick your soda habit for good!\nPhoto: 7-11"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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