Russell Simmons wants dairy products banned in NYC
New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg’s controversial move to ban large sodas in NYC as a measure to fight obesity has been met with a special request from hip hop legend and vegan Russell Simmons: add milk to the list. Russell wants the public to know that cow’s milk is unhealthy, laden with cholesterol and fattening. “I urge you to include cow’s milk and other dairy-based drinks in your proposed beverage regulations.