Politics | Michael Bloomberg Public Hates NY Soda Ban Nearly two in three oppose it By Kevin Spak Posted Jun 8, 2012 2:45 PM CDT Copied A Wendy's patron sips her 24-ounce drink. (AP Photo/Pat Roque) The public isn't swallowing Michael Bloomberg's proposed ban on sodas larger than 16 ounces. A new Reuters/Ipsos poll, spotted by Politico, finds that a whopping 64% of Americans disapprove of the ban, compared to 36% who support it. And even more (71%) say they don't believe that limiting drink sizes will significantly affect obesity rates. Read These Next Melinda French Gates reacts to her ex showing up in new Epstein files. Sarah Ferguson said she cut off Epstein. Not quite, emails show. Turning Point reveals lineup for its alternative halftime show. The voice behind 'Joy to the World' has died at 83. Report an error