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SearchLightsInc
I must be thick or something... Is that not what were suppose to do when discussing topics on ATS? Just because you've discussed this issue before doesn't mean you can lazy and short sighted in your replies gee'ze.
opethPA
SearchLightsInc
Accountability is all fine and dandy, not disputing that - But what about everyone else?
That goes back to my thinking everyone should be accountable for their own actions.
If you , the guy next to you, the girl down the block can't resist going into a fast food store, clothing store, phone, car dealer, music , insert some other similar location because of advertising then that is a choice they made.
Are you one of those people that also think that TV networks shouldn't show horror, violent or adult films because it's bad for people vs someone simply choosing to not put that channel on?
As for not exploring advertising... what is their to explore? Companies make products or offer services and consumers make choices if they want to purchase what those companies are selling.
opethPA
SearchLightsInc
I must be thick or something... Is that not what were suppose to do when discussing topics on ATS? Just because you've discussed this issue before doesn't mean you can lazy and short sighted in your replies gee'ze.
In opposition to that just because mine or another persons point of view does not mean it is an arrogant post.
You posted a thread, I responded with my opinion which is that it's the responsibility of the individual on how they respond to an ad. If that makes me arrogant , so be it.
SearchLightsInc
So what about the parents who dont parent the same way you do? What about the parents who are addicted to fast food and are bringing their children up on the same diets? What then? Are you still condoning advertisements of the food you know is incredibly unhealthy unhealthy for anyone to eat on a regular basis?
SearchLightsInc
There is always that angle but there is also the notion that advertising is designed up pull people in - which is does successfully - It shouldnt be allowed if those products are harmful in the long run.
SearchLightsInc
No im not. That is NOT the same thing. Watching a horror film on tv wont give you heart disease in 20 years time.
SearchLightsInc
Yeah okay i get it, you just wanna run your mouth with your eyes closed - As ive said, ATS has become a dump.
SearchLightsInc
Your lack of awareness or care of how advertising may effect society around you is what puts you in the category of the arrogant poster, not your opinion.
Auricom
reply to post by SearchLightsInc
Your* laziness is not the fast food companies fault. I dare say it's the reason they exist. You CAN make a home cooked meal in very little time and effort. I don't care much for fast food myself, but will admit I do buy it from time to time when I'm out and about and there's nothing else available. It's a choice we make, not them.
I typically can put together pasta carbonara within fifteen minutes. That's just one food that you can make in a heartbeat. You can make your own home made hamburgers in a jiffy too. Club sandwiches, BLT's and other bread food is also fast.
I do have a problem with advertising, just not fast food advertising. However fashion advertising should be banned. A stick figure is not a woman, and it's directly harmful.
*Not you specifically, but rather everyone.
SearchLightsInc
I must be thick or something... Is that not what were suppose to do when discussing topics on ATS? Just because you've discussed this issue before doesn't mean you can lazy and short sighted in your replies gee'ze.
No excuses.
Exactly what the problem is with society that revolves around the individual.
redhorse
reply to post by dlbott
I agree with most of your points; except...
Who would insult a lunch bag?