NAQC Newsroom: Tobacco Control

Why Tobacco is a Racial Justice Issue

Wednesday, February 18, 2026  
Posted by: Natalia Gromov

The tobacco industry has strategically targeted Black Americans for decades through the advertising of menthol cigarettes, experiential marketing, industry lobbying, and retail promotions. Today, the tobacco industry’s predatory targeting continues to intersect with systemic inequities, leading to an urgent need for culturally responsive resources and policy-driven solutions.
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