• Convenience Store News, Wednesday, December 28, 2011 11:03 AM

The Altria Group's Philip Morris USA, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Co. and John Middleton tobacco companies have launched a web site for smokers advocating smokers' rights. 

The site, called "Citizens for Tobacco Rights" is, according to the businesses, for consumer information, "tools and resources to help them get informed, involved and active on tobacco issues," according to Altria's website.

The website features sections on issues facing adult smokers (including a state-by-state tab), voter resources, and tips and tools for speaking out. It also features a news sections including national blog and state blog posts. The “Citizens for Tobacco Rights” site describes the Internet movement as "a group of adult smokers and dippers joining together to get active on issues they care about."

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