Russian pols propose Coke ban

Add another one to the list of global complaints about that most All-American of American brands, Coca-Cola. Already beleaguered by accusations of human rights violations in Colombia, environmental damage in India and contributing to obesity in Europe, Coke is facing a proposed ban in Russia.  This time, the reason is caffeine. Although the drink does not exceed limits set by Russian law, lawmakers claim Coke can be hazardous if consumed in mass quantities. The bill, which also would ban Coke’s top competitor, Pepsi, was introduced by members of the  ultra-nationalist Liberal-Democratic faction of the Duma.