The debate resulted in slashing the tax in half, but it’s still larger than the only existing city-wide soda tax. It says it has defeated 45 soda tax measures nationwide since 2008. [Is a soda tax the solution to America’s obesity problem?] Philadelphia had twice tried and failed to put in place soda taxes based on the argument they would discourage unhealthy drinking habits. That’s Philadelphia, whose City Council this Thursday is expected to finalize a new tax on sugary beverages.

Source: Washington Post June 14, 2016 10:52 UTC