Stump89 Posted July 8, 2019 Share Posted July 8, 2019 Yes, it's a CA article lol. However, I think it's refreshing to have any kind of political voice in support of the cigar industry. Whatever your thoughts may be about Senator Rubio, it seems like he at least understands this issue. https://www.cigaraficionado.com/article/sen-rubio-says-congress-must-save-u-s-cigar-industry 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MD Puffer Posted July 8, 2019 Share Posted July 8, 2019 17 minutes ago, Stump89 said: Whatever your thoughts may be about Senator Rubio, it seems like he at least understands this issue. Or he understands his constituents. Personally, I like the guy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stump89 Posted July 8, 2019 Author Share Posted July 8, 2019 Just now, MD Puffer said: Or he understands his constituents Probably more accurate. Which in that case is also refreshing lol! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted July 8, 2019 Share Posted July 8, 2019 13 minutes ago, MD Puffer said: Or he understands his constituents. They are ultimately the ones you have to work for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoliDan Posted July 8, 2019 Share Posted July 8, 2019 Florida is the only base where politicians have a dog in the fight. Theres so much money in FL. Companies like padron, fuente, my father, tatuaje all are home base there, thier crops are elsewhere, but the real money all lies in that state. Consequently, they also are the biggest anti-Cuban lobby. Need to protect that market where US cigars can go for $20-$40 a pop, pre-tax. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wineguy Posted July 8, 2019 Share Posted July 8, 2019 The column by Senator Rubio is well written. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daustinhartman Posted July 8, 2019 Share Posted July 8, 2019 1 hour ago, BoliDan said: Florida is the only base where politicians have a dog in the fight. Theres so much money in FL. Companies like padron, fuente, my father, tatuaje all are home base there, thier crops are elsewhere, but the real money all lies in that state. Consequently, they also are the biggest anti-Cuban lobby. Need to protect that market where US cigars can go for $20-$40 a pop, pre-tax. Pennsylvania in addition. Support is bi-partisan here (like Florida), tobacco growing and the giant mail order catalog/online industry have a lot of sway. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Presidente Posted July 8, 2019 Share Posted July 8, 2019 i would vote for him in a flash It has been a long time since i have seen any politician stand up and draw a line in the sand in support of cigars and the people who make and smoke them. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusguy Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 Couldn't find one that supports any kind of smoking in my home state Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 44 minutes ago, Lotusguy said: Couldn't find one that supports any kind of smoking in my home state No offense to you but that is no surprise whatsoever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSXCIGAR Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 7 hours ago, MD Puffer said: Or he understands his constituents. This. The tobacco lobby in FL is pounding on his door daily. And although I'd prefer a politician to defend smoking on the basis of preserving personal freedom, I suppose any reason is something to fight for. With Rubio leading the charge as FL has the only concentrated premium cigar industry in the US I doubt any other GOP senators wouldn't go along, but unfortunately nothing starts in the Senate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baccy Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 I have never really liked Marco but I have gained respect for him based on this issue... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeg Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 Rubio is a hack politician who'll twist whichever way the wind blows. Even a broken clock is right twice a day (though nowadays, you date yourself with that analogy ?). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connoisseur Kim Posted July 9, 2019 Share Posted July 9, 2019 I wish that there are many cigar and pipe supporting politicians in my country... Tobacco products including cigar and pipe are being bashed ruthlessly unlike liquors like beer (many cheapie beer and soju TV commercials everywhere). Same goes on video games unfortunately (also under the severe threat)... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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