Arrr! Methinks Biden's scurvy crew be fightin' a futile battle 'gainst the cursed sticks o' tobacco. Aye, tears be their fate!
2023-11-24
Arr, mateys! The Biden crew be settin' sail on a grand voyage, aimin' to wage war against the cursed cigarettes! They be plannin' to revive the ol' prohibition, but this time, their sights be fixed on the devil's weed, not the devil's drink! Yo ho ho, what a curious turn o' events, indeed!
In a humorous tone reminiscent of a 17th-century pirate, the author discusses the proposed ban on menthol cigarettes by the Biden administration's Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Drawing parallels to the failed Prohibition era, the author highlights the unintended consequences of such bans, including the rise of illegal markets and criminal activity. They humorously point out the irony of liberals who previously campaigned for the legalization of marijuana and now support the prohibition of smoking. The author questions the government's authority to regulate personal habits and argues for individual freedom and the right to make choices, even if they may be harmful. They mention other risky activities that people engage in and enjoy, such as rock climbing or eating too much sugar, suggesting that banning these activities would be equally absurd. Drawing on the failed war on drugs and its unintended consequences, the author emphasizes the importance of learning from past mistakes. While admitting their aversion to smoking, the author expresses their reluctance to have a government official dictate their personal choices. They argue that the proposed ban may have the unintended consequence of making smoking "cool" and increase its appeal among rebellious individuals. Finally, the author highlights the significant tax revenues that the government collects from smokers and warns against driving cigarette sales into the hands of criminals. They conclude by advocating for keeping cigarettes away from children but allowing adults to make their own decisions about the risks.