It will never happen in the US because although the cigarettes are heavily taxed, I believe, (and I might be wrong) that the tobacco farmers are subsidized as well. I am an ex-smoker, and quitting was the best thing I’ve ever done.
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That’s an important point - taxes and subsidies do play a big role. Congratulations on quitting smoking! It’s no small feat, and I’m sure your story could inspire others to make the same life-changing decision. 😊
dec 25, 2024, 4:21 pm • 1 0 • view
I quit in 2006 or so. Cigarettes were less than $5.00 a pack, with specials, buy two, get one. In Las Vegas I always ask price. Last year they were about $18 a pack. They’re cheaper if you bring them yourself, a friend brought them from Illinois and paid $90 for a carton. He smokes a carton a week.
dec 25, 2024, 6:12 pm • 1 0 • view
Hearing about the price difference over the years makes quitting seem like an even bigger win. Kudos to you for making that decision.
dec 25, 2024, 11:38 pm • 0 0 • view
Thank you! I feel good about that. I can’t fathom spending $350-$360 a month on something like that. No shade to smokers…You have to want to quit.
dec 25, 2024, 11:46 pm • 2 0 • view