I have no problem with taxes and fees on stuff over which we have control that are bad for us.
-Soft drinks, junk food - tax!
-Alcohol - tax!
-Overweight - pay more for insurance and airline tickets!
-Skiing and go out of bounds and get lost - pay up for the rescue!
-Canucks fan - stupid tax!
-Overweight, smoker, lifestyle issues - pay more for healthcare!
That last one would be controversial, but why not? If it's truly beyond someone's control, then maybe give an exemption, but I think that weight is almost always the product of lifestyle and diet.
I carry a few too many pounds but know that's something I can control. Maybe I'd lose the weight if I was paying more for some things.
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