Gov . The problem is that the US has a very large military and it can be used to fight wars in other countries but not against them. He says higher cigarette taxes helped drive down the number of smokers . Paterson says obesity causes major health problems and billions in costs . A surcharge on soft drinks is a small price to pay for children 's health , he says .
Gov . David Paterson : At one time , most American men smoked cigarettes . He says higher cigarette taxes helped drive down the number of smokers . Paterson says obesity causes major health problems and billions in costs . A surcharge on soft drinks is a small price to pay for children 's health , he says .