It's not about "minding", it's about health and safety.
Not being able to run red lights and stop signs when I feel like it is inconvenient. "Hey, you're interferring with my rights! I'm not hurting anyone! If anyone is offended, well they're just discriminating against minorities! They can drive somewhere else!"
Bah.
I understand your point.
But you don't seem to accept that the best information we have indicates that 2nd hand cigarette smoke is a health hazard. If a smoker wants to kill themselves slowly, well I think it's stupid, but I won't get agitated about it. When they damage my health, or the health of others, I will get agitated about it.
I agree with laws banning smoking in indoor public places, workplaces, and even private clubs that are businesses that have employees. It's a reasonable health regulation.
I'll bow out now.
Cheers,
Scott.