Latest tax scandal: cigarettes

Authorities at every level of government tax us grossly more than they need to. Why are they surprised when blowback occurs?

http://www.nuttynewstoday.com/2014/04/high-cigarette-taxes-turning-smokers-into-smugglers/
High Cigarette Taxes Turning Smokers Into Smugglers
http://www.dailyfinance.com/2014/04/22/high-cigarette-taxes-turn-smokers-into-smugglers/?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000058&

And where but New York would we see this phenomenon centered! Let me guess: they're going to commission STUDIES on what to do about this problem.... but will they face the extremely basic fact that when the market gets rigged, the black market kicks in just like clockwork?

We have no choice. I'm not a smoker, but for once I almost feel solidarity with those who are.

Almost.

/\/.\/\/.

PS... seen this?

http://www.dividedstates.com/list-of-obama-gaffes-blunders-mistakes-and-stupidities/