[Matman]

I ussually agree that the Federal Government should stay out of local communities this is one issue I think we have to have them step in. 10-15 years ago if you would have asked me the same question I would have said keep it local. However we have failed locally on this issue. We have been given the chance and the oppertunity and failed. Because of this failure and they rising obesity rate (especially with children) and rising health care cost I believe this is where government can help. I work with a guy who is 140lbs over weight. He is borderline diabetic and has high blood pressure. If you were to watch him eat you would know why. However he has no clue. The school system failed him growing up and now he has no idea where to start. At this point it is his responsibility. However if we can educate and teach our children now maybe we can prevent this type of ignorance. I would be all for state or school initiated plans. However they are not doing it. As for money. I believe it would be a great investment. By the way. My coworker and myself pay the same for health care. He uses sick days and goes to the doctor at least 2 times a month for somthing related to obesity. I go for my annual check ups and haven't used a sick day in 2 years.