Mexico declares war on sugary drinks: More taxes, less tolerance
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The government expects to collect $2.2 billion from soda drinks in 2026, and the money will be fully allocated to the health budget to combat an epidemic of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, says President Claudia Sheinbaum

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  • Tehdastehdas@piefed.socialEnglish
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    5 days ago

    So, tax = war. How is the war on drugs going so far? Made much money from the tax? Or, does “war” mean whatever the politician wants it to mean?

    • spaghettiwestern@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
      5·
      5 days ago

      I haven’t seen the word “war” (or guerra) used by other writers or politicians regarding this tax. It seems to be a word this writer chose.