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Stop the politicization of terrorism

The juxtaposition of illicit tobacco and terrorist financing is a cheap shot and one that should be sidelined. Even if there is a small connection, the benefits of plain packaging, which enjoys the support of every lobby group, are far more important in lowering the numbers of people who smoke.

Opinion
BY PHIL GURSKI
March 12, 2018

Opinion | BY PHIL GURSKI | March 12, 2018

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