Denver City Council Bans Some Drinks from Kid’s Meals, Apparently Denver Knows Better Than Parents
Written by: Howard Beale
The Denver City Council passed a controversial ordinance this week that bans so called "sugary drinks" from children's menus, claiming it will help combat the obesity epidemic in America. However, this decision has sparked criticism, with many arguing that it infringes on parents' rights to make food choices for their children.
Under the new law, all sugary drinks on kids' menus must be replaced with water or milk. This means that children will no longer have the option to enjoy a soda or other sugary beverage when dining out in Denver. The council seems to believe that they know better than parents when it comes to deciding what their children should consume.
The idea that children would prefer water or milk with their meals instead of their favorite juice and soda is simply an overreach by councilmembers.
It is highly unlikely that this ordinance will encourage parents to stay in Denver and comply with the new regulations. Instead, it will likely drive them to seek dining options in neighboring cities where they can still enjoy the freedom of choice.
While the council claims that this measure is just a "nudge," it is clear that they are overstepping their bounds. Parents should have the right to decide what their children can and cannot consume.
Councilman Chris Hinds justified the decision by pointing to other cities that have implemented similar bans. However, just because other cities have done something does not mean it is the right approach for Denver.
“We have an obesity epidemic. We have a diabetes epidemic, so let’s set our kids up for success,” Hinds said, according to 9News. “Let’s make sure they can focus on learning, instead of being worried about health complications so early in their lives.”
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Despite Denver being in a nearly $200 million shortfall due to hundreds of thousands on indigent migrants now living in the sanctuary city, Denver has found money for restaurants to request up to $2,000 to update their menus to reflect the Denver City Council mandate.
The Denver City Council's decision to ban sugary drinks from children's menus has drawn criticism for infringing on parental rights and for prioritizing a minor issue over more significant concerns. It is essential to consider the unintended consequences of such measures and to respect the choices of parents in deciding what their children consume.
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