Opinions and such

Journal and Courier Online - Letters

I like reading this first one. A bit of history before I begin. West Lafayette is currently looking at a smoking ban at public places and private places where the public can gather (restaurant, bars, etc). The person draws the Constitution into it, and honestly it does give the right to smoke in the Constitution.

Article 9
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

Umm basically its saying since smoking isn't mentioned in the Constitution then it is indeed protected, simply stated. Nor does it matter that it stinks, that's a personal preference. Let me tell you what, once you get old and start shitting on yourself, you will stink too.

Anyways my opinion on this matter is that the city can regulate smoking on its public property, but privately owned public places should be able to choose if they will allow smoking, then consumers will be able to make the choice to come or not.