Straw Bans Won’t Save The Planet, But They Will Harm Disabled People
Disabled people with neurological, muscular, and movement disorders often rely on plastic straws to safely drink liquids. Far from “non-essential,” these straws provide a critical conduit for hydration. Seattle made news when it became the first major city to ban plastic straws July 1. Monday, Seattle-based company Starbucks announced that it too will eliminate plastic […]