Paper straws definitely have value as one part of McDonald's overall change (at least at locations near me) to make 100% of their packaging paper. Unless you or

Paper straws definitely have value as one part of McDonald's overall change (at least at locations near me) to make 100% of their packaging paper. Unless you order ketchup -- and this must be deliberately ordered -- that comes in a little plastic cup, 100% of what is left on your tray after eating is paper, which can then go straight into a segregated paper recycling chain.