Twenty-two states are considering raising cigarette taxes to generate extra revenue, and in New York City, the cost of a pack may reach $7. What do you think?

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  I think that if these politicians enjoyed a nice, relaxing smoke once in a while, they wouldn't propose such uptight laws.

  Patti Courson
  Receptionist

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  The government is such a bunch of suckers. I haven't reported my cigarettes on my taxes once.

  Frederick Purcell
  Systems Analyst

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  I don't care if they raise the price, because I'm the guy in the bar who doesn't smoke except when he drinks. Got a cigarette?

  Todd Kantner
  Bus Driver

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  How can I afford smokes now, especially with a baby on the way?

  Danielle Dawes
  Waitress

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  The government has a right to tax unhealthy products because, after all, they pay for health care. What? They don't?

  Richard McCall
  Contractor

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  Well, $7 seems like a reasonable price to pay to calm my shakes and jitters over not having any fucking money.

  Mike Dutler
  Machinist