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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.
Minneapolis (MN) Star Tribune
added 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.
Twin Cities Dailly Planet is published by the Twin Cities Media Alliance
added 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.
Minneapolis (MN) Star Tribune
added 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."
Minnesota Public Radio (MPR)
added 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
Minnesota Daily (UMN)
added 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
Business Management Daily
added Nov 25, 2012 11:39
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[Minnesota] Minn. man rolls cigar business into national success

KARE NBC 11 (Minneapolis, MN)
added 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.”
Duluth (MN) News-Tribune
added 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
AP - Associated Press
added 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
Minneapolis (MN) Star Tribune
added May 18, 2013 21:23
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