The problem is that menthols specifically are used largely by black smokers. Its explained in the article. One legitimate concern is this will likely lead to black underground sellers being targeted and punished or killed over something that was legal until it wasn't. Eric Garner was killed over selling loose cigs for example.
Yes tobacco causes harm, and tobacco companies cause immense harm, but this is likely to become another tool in the war against drugs.
The problem is that menthols specifically are used largely by black smokers. Its explained in the article. One legitimate concern is this will likely lead to black underground sellers being targeted and punished or killed over something that was legal until it wasn't. Eric Garner was killed over selling loose cigs for example.
Yes tobacco causes harm, and tobacco companies cause immense harm, but this is likely to become another tool in the war against drugs.