Smoking in Public Places

Some countries have gone so far as to ban smoking in many public places and office buildings (Diablo iii Gold). Although some people say that this limitation is a violation of their rights, the measure has received widespread support among non-smokers. In my opinion, it is a good rule for the following reasons.

The first and most important reason is that while limits on smoking restrict the rights of smokers, smoking itself impinges upon the rights of non-smokers. Studies have shown that second-hand smoke can have a detrimental effect on the health of non-smokers, so I agree that this is one activity which should be restricted. Second, aside from the long-term health effects of second-hand smoke, it can have very serious immediate consequences for those who are allergic to it. In a public place we can not know who may be allergic to our smoke so, for safety's sake, it is better not to smoke around others without their permission. Third, the ashes and cigarette butts left behind by smokers are another form of pollution. They dirty our environment and, as taxpayers, we must all pay for the clean-up of our public places.

In conclusion, I hold that smoking should be banned in public places and office buildings.