The Hard Truth Makes for an Easy Decision
Big Tobacco seems to believe and say that their products are not created or marketed for youth, but we’ll show you the truth of their lies stat by stat. Check out this video breaking down the reality of tobacco use among our peers in Montana.
Deception. Manipulation. Lies.
That’s what we’re facing—and we’ve had enough. The Vaping Industry targets us. Big Tobacco targets us. They spend millions on advertising in Montana. Why? To turn us into life-long customers—replacements for customers who die from using their deadly products.
Not happening—we’re taking a stand.
Nice try, but we’re onto their tricks. They advertise cigarettes/vapes in convenience stores. They are surrounded by candy, at the eye level of little kids. And, they offer price promotions like “buy one get one 50% off” to get us hooked early.
Big Tobacco Quotes:
“It is during the teenage years that the initial brand choice is made.”
– Phillip Morris
“Cherry Skoal is for somebody who likes the taste of candy, if you know what I mean.”
– US Tobacco Sales Rep
“The ability to attract new smokers and develop them into a young adult franchise is key to brand development.”
– Phillip Morris
Here’s where they’re trying to target us:
