Do you think Kansas would benefit from a statewide smoking ban?
Asked at Massachusetts Street on January 18, 2007
“I guess so, but I sort of have mixed feelings about it. I feel like it shouldn't be prohibited in bars that don't serve food.”
— Heather Rose, personal care assistant, Lawrence
“Yes. I guess I'm in favor of anything that promotes healthier people.”
— Scott McClure, athletic administrator, Lawrence
“It could be a benefit in terms of public health, but I'm not convinced that secondhand smoke is as harmful as they say it is. It definitely wouldn't benefit the businesses.”
— Philip Chiles, business owner, Lawrence
“I think it would, but it would probably benefit the nonsmokers the most.”
— Lauren Vossen, respite care worker, Lawrence