Quote of the Day: On the Threats of Obesity Regulations and Lawsuits
From OpinionJournal.com (should be a free link):
Under normal circumstances, most grown-ups would resent the implication that they are morons. But there seems to be an appeal to blaming one’s ballooning weight on a corporate plot rather than on weak self-discipline.
….. Every few years we herald another FDA food pyramid or the news that some hitherto overlooked ingredient will be added to the labels on the back of our frozen dinners. (Starting next month, calorie counts must be printed in larger type.) But none of this matters: The poundage is still pachydermical. So tomorrow, when it comes time to make our New Year’s weight-loss resolutions, why don’t we resolve to leave Uncle Sam out of it?
I think the problem here is the mindset of the American people as a whole. If you don’t like something, sue. If you are poor, sue. If you are obese, sue. It’s Americans’ belief that “no matter what happens, it’s not my fault” The majority of Americans do not take responsibility for their actions, or lack of actions. If someone doesn’t get a loan, it’s because of their skin color. If they don’t go to college, it’s because the University is sexist. If I don’t get that promotion, it’s because that blonde is in bed with the boss.
Comment by Christian — December 30, 2005 @ 8:31 pm
#1 - Bingo.
Comment by TBlumer — December 30, 2005 @ 8:58 pm