I used to smoke, was on 40 a day for years. I think it's a good idea. And i'd still think the bans were a good idea if i was a smoker.

I'm not sure where you got your facts from, Nepalese Black, but i find it VERY hard to belive passive smoke isnt a cause of cancer. It's smoke, it contains carciogens, it's as bad as straight smoke imo.

Maybe what they should do is have the bars/restaurants split in half, one side smoking, one side not smoking, and the only thing between them is a door.

Still, i dont think your going to have much luck. It'd probably be better to give up now.