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"Cigarettes are already massively taxed," said Ron Leone, a lobbyist for an association that represents gas stations and convenience stores (the people who sell cigarettes)

Also, smoking causes heart conditions, chronic bronchitis, pneumonia, or impotence in men

It occurs when there is swelling in the smallest airways in the lungs, called bronchioles, obstructing them and making it more difficult to breathe

According to Truth Initiative, much of the disparity can be attributed to weaker local policy on tobacco prevention and cessation, particularly due to industry influence and lack of political will from decision-makers