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Controversial Tax Increase on Alcoholic Beverages, Soda Debated

Thursday, August 6th, 2009

As the nation struggles against growing numbers of Americans without health coverage, the government may be casting for solutions for funding by targeting foods and beverages considered detrimental to health.  One indication of this is a proposed federal tax on beverages including alcohol and sugary drinks which themselves may contribute ...