Colbert Struggles With NYC Soda Ban, Conan Offers Alternatives

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's proposed ban on high-capacity drink containers has caused ripples and repercussions he could never have imagined, including the effect on law-abiding citizens like comedian Stephen Colbert...

By Ando Muneno

June 8, 2012

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New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's proposed ban on high-capacity drink containers has caused ripples and repercussions he could never have imagined, including the effect on law-abiding citizens like comedian Stephen Colbert.

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Could Bloomburg not see the unintended consequences of this ban in nearby Jersey City? Granted, with the economy like it is, I'm sure the nearby Insulin Barn will receive a much-needed bump in walk-in sales now that it will have a Johnny Slurps Sodateria next door.

Late-night TV host Conan O'Brein reports one entrepreneur's attempt to help New York City resident circumvent the ban.

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