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I think there is an ethical consideration about addictive substances like tobacco. It's not okay for companies to use physical addiction to force further sales
by mkl 7y ago
I think there is an ethical consideration about addictive substances like tobacco. It's not okay for companies to use physical addiction to force further sales of their product, and many/most teenagers aren't able or willing to think through the ramifications of starting a long term addictive habit.
- big_chungus 7y agoDo you believe alcohol sales are un-ethical? Alcohol can be extremely addictive, and in spite of the rampant use among youth, I don't hear public outcry against brewers. I'm not saying it's apples-to-apples, but I believe the fact that those crying out want alcohol more than a vape may play a role in the selection of Boogeyman of the Day.
- mkl 7y agoI see what you're saying, and while I personally don't consume much alcohol, I'm not convinced its sale is unethical. I think there's a difference that makes tobacco addiction more problematic: The large majority of smokers are addicted, but only a small proportion of alcohol drinkers are.
- Retric 7y agoLockyer v. Reynolds demonstrates companies targeting children is considered a significant issue. Vaping seems to be sidestepping those regulations and actively targeting young teens. Further, alcohol has a drinking age of 21 making it somewhat harder for young teens to regularly access. Vaping on the other hand becomes a regular habit due to easy access.
- chiefalchemist 7y agoI'll take it a step further...not only is the product addictive and a known carcinogen. But, the gov approves its sale _and_ taxes it. Imagine UBL saying he was going to "infect" America with an addictive carcinogen. There would be true outrage. But since we do it to ourselves - fed approved - it normal.