New England Journal of Medicine · 2009 · 529 citations · 2 references
Public AffairsEconomicsPublic PolicyFiscal PolicyTax PolicyTaxationBeverage RegulationConsumption TaxationConsumption TaxesTax IncentivesTax ReformSubstance TaxationSugar Reduction PolicySugar TaxSugary Drink TaxationTaxation Of Alcoholic BeveragesTaxation Of Sugar-sweetened BeveragesTaxes Payable
Kelly Brownell and Thomas Frieden discuss recently proposed large taxes on sugared beverages. The size of the taxes, their potential for generating revenue and reducing consumption, and vigorous opposition by the beverage industry have resulted in substantial controversy.
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