New ‘lifestyle tax proposal’ widely opposed

By: Associated Press - Texarkana Gazette

Associated Press In this May 12 file photo, witnesses testify before the Senate Finance Committee about overhauling the health care system on Capitol Hill in Washington. The committee is considering raising taxes on alcohol and imposing a new levy on soda and other naturally sweetened drinks to hel...

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WASHINGTON—A push for new taxes on soda, beer and wine to help pay for Americans’ health care is stirring up more than just the beverage industry.

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Published: 06/06/2009