This is an interesting attempt by the industry most affected by the bans[1] to reframe the problem. Plastic bag bans address the nature of the system by applyi

This is an interesting attempt by the industry most affected by the bans[1] to reframe the problem. Plastic bag bans address the nature of the system by applying a systemic solution, taking the responsibility off the individual. Here we see the industry lobbying group trying to reframe it to put the responsibility – fault, really – back on the individual. The report more-or-less is saying that the systemic solution doesn't work because individuals are irresponsible. The WSJ editorial doesn't even try to hid its bias. "Think of your own behavior", it says. 1 The ARPBA is connected to the Society of the Plastics Industry, an industry trade group.