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March 27, 2024 at 9:17 PM

Get ready: April 1 is Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action

John,  Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action is just days away on April 1st.   Help us build momentum by sharing one of our promo graphics today: On this annual day of action, advocates will come together at events across the U.S. to stand up to Big Tobacco, expose the tricks they use to lure k…

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March 22, 2024 at 10:22 PM

Victory: Court rules in favor of graphic warnings on cigarette packs

 LEGAL UPDATE John,  In a major victory for public health, a federal court has ruled in favor of putting graphic health warnings on cigarette packs and advertising in the United States!   The U.S. is now one step closer to joining the 138 countries and territories that have adopted this effective, …

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March 21, 2024 at 6:02 PM

123 leading organizations urge President Biden: Act now to eliminate menthol cigarettes

John, Today, we’re sending a loud and clear message to the White House: Act now to prohibit menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars.  We joined 123 leading civil rights, public health, medical, faith, youth-serving and other organizations in placing a full-page ad in The Washington Post and issuing …

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March 13, 2024 at 7:25 PM

Baltimore takes tobacco out of baseball!

John, As baseball's Opening Day approaches, our Knock Tobacco Out of the Park campaign just scored another home run. Baltimore stadiums are going 100% tobacco-free – on and off the field!  The ordinance, which was passed unanimously by the Baltimore City Council and signed today by Mayor Brandon Sc…

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March 8, 2024 at 7:17 PM

Take Down Tobacco webinar on March 14

Spotlight: New Jersey's Incorruptible.Us campaign. Learn more and register >> John,  We're getting closer to Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action on April 1st, and we want to make sure you're ready to participate!  Our next webinar will take place on March 14th at 4:00 p.m. EDT – and it's…

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February 29, 2024 at 8:17 PM

Join us on May 9: 2024 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards

Join us on May 9, 2024, at the National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian American Art Museum for an evening of celebration and community at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ annual Youth Advocates of the Year Awards.  We look forward to honoring the accomplishments of outstanding young leaders and…

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February 23, 2024 at 2:57 PM

Watch: "Rising & Resilient: Transforming the Generational Impact of Big Tobacco on Black Lives"

Video of this week's event >>  CAMPAIGN FOR THE CULTURE John, Did you miss this week's event: Rising & Resilient: Transforming the Generational Impact of Big Tobacco on Black Lives? Don't worry. We have you covered.  It was an important conversation featuring a panel of healthcare professi…

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February 22, 2024 at 4:27 PM

New poll: Voters strongly support FDA rule prohibiting menthol cigarettes

And it doesn't harm the president's electoral prospects. Learn more >> John, As the White House considers the FDA’s final rule prohibiting the sale of menthol cigarettes, we've just released a new poll showing that voters support the rule by a substantial 29-point margin (58% to 29%), and Bla…

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February 20, 2024 at 6:11 PM

TOMORROW: "Rising & Resilient" webinar

John,  Don't miss our next virtual event, happening this Wednesday (Feb. 21) at 6:30 p.m. Eastern / 3:30 p.m. Pacific: Rising & Resilient: Transforming the Generational Impact of Big Tobacco on Black Lives. There's still time to register! RSVP now >>More info:  Due to heavy tobacco industr…

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February 14, 2024 at 10:17 PM

Panelists for "Rising & Resilient" (Feb. 21 )

Check out this great lineup! John, The twelfth installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series happens next week. Join us for Rising & Resilient: Transforming the Generational Impact of Big Tobacco on Black Lives.SIGN UP TO WATCH >>This free, virtual event will be …

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February 7, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Rising & Resilient: Transforming the Generational Impact of Big Tobacco on Black Lives

Join us February 21st for an important conversation >> John,  The twelfth installment of our Campaign for the Culture conversation series is scheduled for February 21st at 6:30 p.m. Eastern – and presented in partnership with the National Black Nurses Association:  Rising & Resilient: Tran…

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January 18, 2024 at 7:45 PM

Interview w/ Dr. Glenda Gill

The Take Down: Unfiltered Conversations About Tobacco John,  In this edition of The Take Down, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ Olive Gongombe interviews Dr. Glenda Gill, founder of Save a Girl Save a World (SAGSAW). WATCH THE INTERVIEW >> Dr. Gill is a trailblazing advocate and change agent w…

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January 17, 2024 at 5:02 PM

Save the Date: 2024 Youth Advocates of the Year Awards

Join us for an evening of celebration and community on May 9, 2024, as we honor the accomplishments of outstanding young leaders and public health champions from the U.S. and around the world.  Please mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more information.   LEARN ABOUT OUR YOUTH ADVOCATES OF TH…

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January 16, 2024 at 6:55 PM

D.C. "Menthol Funeral" event this Thursday

John, This Thursday (1/18) at 10:30 a.m. on Black Lives Matter Plaza in D.C., we’re joining the African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council and other advocates for a “Menthol Funeral” to honor the 45,000 Black lives lost every year to tobacco. Our message: The Biden Administration must appr…

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January 12, 2024 at 7:06 PM

60th anniversary of landmark Surgeon General's Report

Bold action now needed to save lives from tobacco – including elimination of menthol cigarettes. John, This week marks the 60th anniversary of the first U.S. Surgeon General’s Report on Smoking and Health.  This landmark report sounded the alarm that smoking causes lung cancer and other deadly dise…

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January 11, 2024 at 8:54 PM

REPORT: Broken Promises to Our Children

A State-by-State Look at the 1998 Tobacco Settlement 25 Years Later >> John, Want to know how your state stacks up in the fight against tobacco?  Check out our just-released report: Broken Promises to our Children: A State-By-State Look at the 1998 Tobacco Settlement 25 Years Later >> In…

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January 10, 2024 at 9:09 PM

BREAKING: White House wavering on menthols

We need to flood the White House with messages today. Take action >> John, The Washington Post just reported that the Biden Administration is wavering on the FDA's plan to eliminate menthol cigarettes – and that a decision may be imminent. We've come too far to fumble this on the one-yard lin…

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January 9, 2024 at 6:01 PM

Take Down Tobacco registration now open

Get info and resources for 4/1 Day of Action >> John, Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action is on April 1st this year. Youth advocates will come together at events across the U.S. to stand up to Big Tobacco, expose the tricks they use to lure kids, and call for change. Event registration is…

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January 5, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Looking ahead to 2024

It will be a pivotal year. See what we’re up to >> Dear John,   Happy New Year! I hope you’re rested and ready for the year to come. 2024 will be a pivotal year in our fight to drive down tobacco use, address health disparities, and save lives in the United States and around the world. DONATE…

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December 31, 2023 at 3:17 PM

Last chance to make a tax-deductible gift this year!

Dear John,   Today is the last day to make a tax-deductible gift to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids this year.  Your donation – no matter the size – ensures that we have the resources we need to protect kids and improve the health of our communities. DONATE >> Thank you for standing with us…

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December 29, 2023 at 3:41 PM

Make a 2023 tax-deductible gift to Tobacco-Free Kids

Dear John,   As 2023 draws to a close, I want to thank you for your dedication and commitment to our mission. Together, we have made real progress to improve health, protect kids and save lives in the U.S. and all around the world. Here is a special end-of-year message I recorded for you:  We are re…

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December 22, 2023 at 3:05 PM

Happy holidays and a healthy new year!

From all of us at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and our Global Health Advocacy Incubator   Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids 1400 I St NW, Ste 1200 Washington, District of Columbia xxxxxx 202-296-5469 | [email protected] Support our vision of a healthier, more equitable future for al…

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December 20, 2023 at 3:11 PM

Celebrating a Year of Progress

Dear John,   Earlier this year, I had the honor of being named the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids' new President and CEO. Since that time, I've traveled around the world meeting supporters like you who share my passion for using the power of advocacy to drive meaningful and positive change. It’s bee…

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December 18, 2023 at 3:04 PM

Meet Naveen, our Youth Advocate from Zambia!

Hi John, My name is Matthews Naveen Simwinga, and I’m a tobacco control advocate from Zambia. I’m passionate about using media advocacy and community engagement to build support for strong policies to reduce tobacco use. This summer, I had the privilege of attending the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Ki…

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December 15, 2023 at 3:14 PM

My story: Sarah Rauzana from Indonesia

Hi John, I'm Sarah Rauzana, a Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Young Ambassador from Indonesia.  Working with local organizations, I spread awareness throughout the region about how tobacco products affect not only our health but also our environment. Most people don't think about the tons of toxic ci…

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December 12, 2023 at 7:32 PM

Support youth advocates around the world

Hi John,  We're Agamroop Kaur and DJ Yearwood, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Youth Ambassadors and Board Members. We work alongside dozens of other youth and young adults around the world to advance this organization's mission of protecting kids, improving health and saving the most lives.   Agamr…

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December 11, 2023 at 4:18 PM

WEDNESDAY: "Clearing the Smoke" webinar

There's still time to RSVP! John,  Don't miss our next virtual event, happening this Wednesday (Dec. 13) at 4:00 p.m. Eastern / 1:00 p.m. Pacific: Clearing the Smoke: Effective Tobacco Cessation Strategies. There's still time to register! RSVP now >> More info: Despite the progress made in re…

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December 9, 2023 at 3:02 PM

REPORT: How Big Tobacco reaches kids on social media

John, Tobacco industry ads generate billions of views and reach millions of kids on Instagram, Facebook, X and TikTok. Our new report – #SponsoredByBigTobacco – details how Philip Morris International and British American Tobacco reach young people on social media. READ THE REPORT >> The two …

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December 7, 2023 at 9:58 PM

Help us eliminate menthol cigarettes and save Black lives

John, 45,000 Black lives are lost to smoking each year – mostly from menthol cigarettes. But that hasn’t stopped Big Tobacco from pulling out all the stops in a desperate attempt to protect their bottom line. Here’s the scoop: After meeting with the tobacco industry and its army of lobbyists last m…

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December 7, 2023 at 12:33 AM

BREAKING: White House delays menthol rule at the expense of Black lives

John,  Troubling news for the FDA's plan to eliminate menthol cigarettes: After meeting with the tobacco industry and its army of lobbyists last month, the Biden Administration announced today that they will delay issuing a final rule until March – and maybe much longer.  This delay is unacceptable…

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December 6, 2023 at 6:57 PM

Panelists for "Clearing the Smoke" (Dec. 13 )

Check out this great lineup! John,  The eleventh installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series happens next week. Join us for Clearing the Smoke: Effective Tobacco Cessation Strategies. SIGN UP TO WATCH >> This free, virtual event will be presented in partnership with…

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December 5, 2023 at 2:58 PM

Read it now: Our 2023 Annual Report

Dear John,   I am delighted to share with you our newly released 2023 Annual Report. READ IT NOW >> Over the last year, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and our Global Health Advocacy Incubator have made enormous progress to create a healthier and more equitable future for all. Even amid si…

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December 1, 2023 at 5:31 PM

Clearing the Air: Effective Tobacco Cessation Strategies

Join us December 13th for an important conversation >> John,  The eleventh installment of our Campaign for the Culture conversation series is scheduled for December 13th at 4:00 p.m. Eastern – and presented in partnership with Truth Initiative:  Clearing the Air: Effective Tobacco Cessation St…

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November 30, 2023 at 8:01 PM

Troubling: White House met w/ tobacco lobbyists about menthol regs. Action needed now!

John, Bad news: The tobacco industry and its army of lobbyists recently met with top White House officials to fight the FDA’s plan to eliminate menthol cigarettes. We can't let this go unanswered. It’s more critical than ever that the White House hear from you that it must quickly finalize this pro…

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November 29, 2023 at 8:39 PM

Join the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids movement

Dear John,   Yesterday, Giving Tuesday showed how the power of generosity brings people together for the common good. On days like this, I am reminded that positive change is not only possible, but achievable.  By supporting the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, you are investing in a healthier, more…

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November 28, 2023 at 2:34 PM

Giving Tuesday is here! Support the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

Dear John,   Today is the day! Giving Tuesday – the Global Day of Generosity – is officially here.  As the President and CEO of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, I’m inspired by the dedication of advocates like you and hopeful about the positive and impactful change we can create together. With yo…

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November 27, 2023 at 2:57 PM

This Giving Tuesday, help us create a healthier and more equitable future for everyone

Dear John,Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday – the Global Day of Generosity. This worldwide movement reminds us that the spirit of giving can change lives and make a lasting impact. At the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, we advocate for evidence-based policies that protect children, improve health and save …

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November 17, 2023 at 3:07 PM

VIDEO: Youth advocates in Washington, D.C.

See highlights from our Youth Advocacy Symposium >> John, Giving Tuesday, the Global Day of Generosity, is just around the corner on November 28th. On that day, and every day throughout the year, your support of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids ensures that young people in the U.S. and acros…

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November 2, 2023 at 6:27 PM

Breaking: Youth e-cig use drops – but 2 million kids still vape, driven by flavors

See the new government data >> John, The CDC just released the 2023 National Youth Tobacco Survey – the government's annual report on how many kids are using tobacco products and why.   The bottom line: Thanks to support from advocates like you, there's been great progress that shows our campa…

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November 1, 2023 at 7:00 PM

fighting Big Tobacco's efforts to block the menthol rule

See what we're doing and how you can help >> John,  After a long fight that we waged along with our partners, the Biden Administration is soon expected to issue final regulations eliminating menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars. This will be a historic victory to protect kids from tobacco ad…

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October 25, 2023 at 7:21 PM

Our next Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action

Save the Date: April 1, 2024 John, Mark your calendar!  The next #TakeDownTobacco National Day of Action will be on April 1, 2024.Once again on April Fools’ Day, youth advocates will come together to stand up to Big Tobacco, expose the tricks this industry uses to lure kids into addiction, and call …

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October 23, 2023 at 4:53 PM

WEDNESDAY: "Beyond Pride" webinar

There's still time to RSVP! John,  Don't miss our next virtual event, happening this Wednesday (Oct. 25) at 4:00 p.m. Eastern / 1:00 p.m. Pacific: Beyond Pride: Overcoming Barriers to Health Equity for the LGBTQI+ Community.There's still time to register! RSVP now >> More info: For decades, t…

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October 18, 2023 at 2:22 PM

Panelists for "Beyond Pride" (Oct. 25 )

Check out this great lineup! John,  The tenth installment of our Campaign for the Culture virtual conversation series happens next week. Join us for Beyond Pride: Overcoming Barriers to Health Equity for the LGBTQI+ Community. SIGN UP TO WATCH >> This free, virtual event will be presented in …

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October 17, 2023 at 4:37 PM

FDA sends final menthol rule to White House

Tell the Biden Administration you support eliminating menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars >> John, The Biden Administration is on the cusp of history.  The FDA has taken a critical step toward eliminating menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars by sending final regulations to the White House…

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October 13, 2023 at 2:30 PM

Beyond Pride: Overcoming Barriers to Health Equity for the LGBTQI+ Community

Join us October 25th for an important conversation >> John,  The tenth installment of our Campaign for the Culture conversation series is scheduled for October 25th at 4:00 p.m. Eastern – and presented in partnership with the National LGBT Cancer Network:  Beyond Pride: Overcoming Barriers to …

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October 12, 2023 at 11:31 PM

Interview w/ Jamie J. Nájera

The Take Down: Unfiltered Conversations About Tobacco John,  In this edition of The Take Down, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids’ Nicolas Suarez interviews Jamie J. Nájera, a clinical educator at Esperanza Health Centers in Chicago and a member of the Board of Directors with the National Association of…

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October 12, 2023 at 6:06 PM

Big Vape: Netflix shows how Juul created the youth e-cig crisis

New series features Tobacco-Free Kids. John, Netflix just released a blockbuster new documentary series about the company that started the youth e-cigarette epidemic.  Big Vape: The Rise and Fall of Juul shows how Juul engineered and marketed products that addicted a new generation to nicotine. The …

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October 4, 2023 at 7:49 PM

NEW REPORT: Tobacco companies target kids with cheap, flavored cigars

Sales doubled. Cigars are 2nd most popular tobacco product among kids. Read the report >> John,  The FDA is preparing to issue long-overdue regulations prohibiting flavored cigars along with menthol cigarettes. While much attention has been focused on menthol cigarettes, today the Campaign for…

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September 22, 2023 at 3:00 PM

My experience at the United Nations General Assembly

You make it possible. Hi John,I’m Agamroop Kaur, a Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Board Member and the 2022 Barrie Fiske National Youth Advocate of the Year. I spent the last three days at the United Nations General Assembly in New York! The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids has a special consultativ…

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September 21, 2023 at 6:12 PM

House of Inclusion in DC – Join us 9/22

John, The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference is happening now in Washington, D.C. The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids team is there to build support for eliminating menthol cigarettes nationwide. In partnership with other organizations committed to health equity, we'l…

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