"Curcumventing the Menthol Ban: Internet sales of menthol balls"
Here is another: The federal government is targeting the kind of cigarettes that black smokers overwhelmingly prefer, precisely because black smokers overwhelmingly prefer them
For instance, British American Tobacco (BAT) introduced the Newport Soft Pack, a lower-priced alternative to the standard Newport Box, to cater to price-sensitive consumers, particularly menthol smokers in lower-income areas 1
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Congressional Black Caucus members issue joint letter In a joint letter, 32 members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) called for the Administration to finalize the FDAs proposed rule to end menthol cigarette sales, which they called a significant step toward preventing a new generation from becoming tobacco users and saving lives. It continued: For too long, tobacco companies have been enabled to promote menthol cigarettes to the Black community, preying particularly on Black youth. Leaders represent their civil rights and public health groups at a press conference In response to the Administrations delay, civil rights, public health, and faith leaders gathered for a press conference to express disappointment and urge action
