Color me surprised that the tobacco industry would resort to scare tactics and misinformation in their latest attempt to convince legislators that flavored tobacco products should still be sold in our state.

The tobacco industry has a long history of bending the truth to fit their narrative, and using disgusting tactics to lure young people into a life of addiction, all to protect their profits.

Let’s not be fooled by this. We need to protect our youth instead of having someone from New York convincing us to protect his profits. Please, show our kids that they matter, and vote in favor of ending the sale of flavored tobacco products.

Raychel Ward

Livermore Falls