Clearing the Air

This editorial from The Dallas Morning News argues in favor of a statewide smoking ban. While I agree with the author's standpoint I think his argument would be stronger if he mentioned the places smoking would still be allowed... will it be allowed on designated patios, private member only clubs, Hookah and cigar bars? Also whose job is it to police this plan? Will it be left up to club and bar owners? Will a restaurant owner be held liable if someone lights up in his restaurant? This article points out the obvious. It is well known in this day and age that second hand smoke is detrimental to ones health. This article could be much more relevant if it delved into the other side a bit.... is it an infringement on a club or bar owner's rights for the government to make this decision instead of leaving it up to each individual establishment? I feel that this article is geared toward the reader who is already in agreement with the article and serves as a little reminder to the voters that this piece of legislature out there. As far as swaying someone who doesn't support this legislation, I don't think it would.