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[Minnesota] Freaky coaster ad targets MN youth smoking ...
The grizzled gravedigger in a prior quit-smoking ad by ClearWay Minnesota is back, this time in a freaky roller-coaster ad designed to scare kids and teens about the addictive dangers of smoking. The ad hits the airwaves today.
Nov 12, 2012
Minneapolis (MN) Star Tribune
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Nov 12, 2012 17:10
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[Minnesota] Smoke 'em if you can afford 'em: New tobacco tax could have unintended consequences
Increasing the price of a pack of cigarettes may act as a deterrent to smoking, especially for the young, but it could also bring with it some unintended consequences.
Feb 8, 2013
Twin Cities Dailly Planet is published by the Twin Cities Media Alliance
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Feb 10, 2013 23:06
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[Minnesota] Shocking TV ads and other efforts aim to stop youth smoking
The Still a Problem television campaign uses a scary amusement park showing the ill effects of smoking to get its anti-smoking message across to kids.
Feb 23, 2013
Minneapolis (MN) Star Tribune
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Feb 24, 2013 20:58
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[Minnesota] Is a "no smokers" hiring policy unethical?
Minnesota is one of 29 states that makes it illegal to refuse to hire someone because they smoke. The American Lung Association opposes this law and takes the position that it elevates "smokers to a protected class."
Apr 18, 2013
Minnesota Public Radio (MPR)
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Apr 18, 2013 17:03
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[Minnesota] LETTER: Tobacco tax increase
First of all, raising prices on cigarettes does not stop people from smoking. Instead, they just look for cheaper alternatives. Some may drive to other states, others might buy them online. Either way, all we are doing is stopping tax revenues from going
Feb 27, 2013
Minnesota Daily (UMN)
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Feb 27, 2013 11:57
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[Minnesota] NASH: Can you fire an employee for smelling like tobacco smoke?
Employers that are considering prohibiting employees from smelling of tobacco smoke while at work should do the following to minimize legal risks: 1. Articulate your needs. Explaining why you prohibit third-hand smoke is the first step to creating a
Nov 24, 2012
Business Management Daily
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Nov 25, 2012 11:39
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[Minnesota] Minn. man rolls cigar business into national success
May 8, 2012
KARE NBC 11 (Minneapolis, MN)
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May 9, 2012 12:07
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[Minnesota] Study: Tobacco coupons set back cessation efforts
Tobacco companies are using aggressive coupon marketing tactics to reduce the likelihood that current smokers will quit, according to new research published in the health journal “Tobacco Control.”
Jan 6, 2013
Duluth (MN) News-Tribune
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Jan 6, 2013 15:14
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[Minnesota] MN completes refinancing of tobacco bonds
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) -- Minnesota has completed the refinancing of tobacco revenue bonds after the state Supreme Court ruled the move is constitutional. Minnesota Management and Budget said Thursday the state sold $656 million in state appropriation bon
Nov 16, 2012
AP - Associated Press
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Nov 16, 2012 18:54
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[Minnesota] Lileks: Make smokers pay for it all ...
So why not fund everything with cigarette taxes? Rather than burden individuals and businesses with a million little fees, just shift everything to smokers. There aren't enough people puffing, you say? Alas, it's so. So: 1. The state will mandate smokin
May 18, 2013
Minneapolis (MN) Star Tribune
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May 18, 2013 21:23