It is a five page essay that basically states why smoking, even though it's un healthy, should not be banned. In today's world, being a smoker is a pretty difficult task. Modern day protestors have brought many restrictions to the smoking industry. These restrictions include numerous non-smoking areas, a ban on cigarette television commercials, and a high tax on cigarettes. Even with these restrictions, many people choose to smoke. More than 47 million people in the …showed first 75 words of 1601 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1601 total…a situation that does not affect others, I should be allowed to do so. The United States prides itself on being the "land of the free." Being told that I can't do something because it's unhealthy for me does not fit my definition of "free." If we are to keep our reputation as a free country, we must refrain from telling people what to do in their personal lives, no matter how unhealthy it is.