> Desired by whom, and for whose benefit? Desired by the lawmakers who passed the tax. And for the benefit of the larger group. A public health crisis is takin

> Desired by whom, and for whose benefit? Desired by the lawmakers who passed the tax. And for the benefit of the larger group. A public health crisis is taking place - and if the sugar tax lowers the amount of resources spent on treating the widespread occurrence of diabetes, it will be a net benefit for society. Yes, at the cost of your personal freedom to have readily available sugary drinks.