Cigarette

The story of tobacco’s fortunes seems simple: science triumphed over addiction and profit. Yet the reality is more complicated—and more political. Historically it was not just bad habits but also the state that lifted the tobacco industry. What brought about change was not medical advice but organized pressure: a movement for nonsmoker’s rights.

Povestea averilor tutunului pare simpla: stiinta a triumfat peste dependenta si profit. Cu toate acestea, realitatea este mai complicata si mai politica.