I’m not quite sure how I feel about this. On one hand, I have a big problem with plastic pollution. It is real. A goodly chunk may be coming from China, but that doesn’t mean we all do not contribute.
On the other hand, these enviroweenies always go overboard and interfere with private business, and so often do it while linking it to the climate change scam
(CNN) If you use a plastic straw or plastic utensils in Seattle now, get ready to pay.
A ban went into effect Sunday outlawing those particular straws and utensils at “all food service businesses, including restaurants, grocery stores, delis, coffee shops, food trucks, and institutional cafeterias.”
Violators will be subject to a $250 fine.
Businesses can opt for straws and utensils made from more environmentally friendly materials such as paper, steel and bamboo. Still, the city suggests that businesses provide those only upon request.
“It’s taking a stand on plastic pollution,” Kate Melges of environmental organization Greenpeace told CNN affiliate KIRO. “And really taking a stand on what needs to happen, a ban on all single-use plastic products.”
So, wait, you can only get regular utensils upon request at the places that would typically use plastics? How many trees will be killed to make paper straws and utensils? Did they think of that?
Liberals: "OMG, you can't detain people who are entering the country illegally!! ABOLISH ICE!"
Also, Liberals: "Cops will be giving you a $250 ticket if you use a straw."
— RBe (@RBPundit) July 2, 2018
