Coca-Cola Debuts Anti-Obesity Commercial

American Voices • Opinion • ISSUE 49•03 • Jan 17, 2013

Coca-Cola debuted a two-minute TV commercial this week that highlights the company’s line of low-calorie beverages, touts its commitment to provide sugar-free drink options in schools, and encourages viewers to eat healthy and exercise to combat the nation’s obesity epidemic. What do you think?

“I’m concerned that young people will see these media messages today and end up missing vital opportunities for refreshment.”
Louis Vadas –
Dynamiter
“Are you freaking kidding me? Who has time for a two-minute commercial?”
Ronald Wolffe –
Lambskin Trimmer
“Hear that, fatties? Even Coke’s sick of you being fat.”
Anna Tremont –
Automotive Technician

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