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But aren't there dozens of other companies that sell the same product? Nicotine vape pens? Why is this calling out Juul specifically, and not all nicotine vape pens?

I think it would be a net win for society if the whole concept were killed, or regulated/marketed to help long-time smokers kick their habit. Nobody needs this stuff, even if you enjoy it.




> Nobody needs this stuff, even if you enjoy it.

Like alcohol? Sports cars? Cars that can go faster than the fastest speed limit? Large houses? International travel? Where precisely would you like to draw that arbitrary line? Are there any things you do that aren't required to "live" but you "enjoy?"


“things kids get addicted to that gives them heart disease and glass lung” seems like something across society’s imaginary line


Nicotine gives kids heart disease and glass lung? That's quite a claim.


This almost reads like a parody of "Thank You For Smoking".


Juul's competitors are probably using different additives.


What else do you think we are allowed to enjoy?




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