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“Cigarette sales would drop to zero overnight if the warning said "CIGARETTES CONTAIN FAT.” quote by Dave Barry
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“Cigarette sales would drop to zero overnight if the warning said "CIGARETTES CONTAIN FAT.”

Dave Barry

About This Quote

Source Column: The New York Times, 1999

Satirically claims that a warning about fat in cigarettes would end sales instantly.

In simple terms: A humorous take on how warnings could stop smoking.

Key Takeaway

Effective warnings can change behavior.

Themes

humor health consumer behavior

Mood

sarcastic lighthearted

Type

satirical commentary

When to use this quote

  • advertising strategies
  • public health campaigns

Key Concepts

satire on public health warning labels

Questions to Reflect On

  • Would a simple warning really stop smoking?
  • What other factors influence smoking habits?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex addiction issues.

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