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Denver Post file
If Amendment 72 passes, Colorado taxes on a pack of cigarettes could go from 84 cents a pack to $2.59 a pack.Re: Aug. 22 news story.
As a former smoker, I understand the state’s desire to make cigarette smoking as unattractive as possible. But instead of loading taxes on the backs of this dwindling group, I wonder why other revenue sources aren’t considered, including alcohol and gasoline. These taxes haven’t been increased in years, and would supply an ongoing source of tax revenue to benefit all residents of Colorado.
Cindy Blalock, Aurora
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