Smokers Rights

The United States was founded as a republic. Hence: "and to the republic for which it stands....". An individuals right to free speech, property ownership and many other rights shall not be infringed no matter how much public benefit might be gained. Smokers rights therefore are not separate rights but, the same rights afforded to every individual in this country. "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness". The founding fathers were deliberately broad in their proclamation. Their assumption was an individual's rights were to be held above those of any government or collective group. The Supreme Court has affirmed this view time and time again. One example: Roe vs. Wade. The courts decision was not about abortion Per Se, but about an individuals right to choose. Despite the benefit or cost to society argued by both sides, an individual's rights must take priority over all others

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