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Submitted by S.Shanker, Mar 8, 2008 08:15

Mr. Buckley's confessional is touching- and pertinent to say the least. Coming from India, I know what damage tobacco has been inflicting on third world denizens. You also have alternate- no way less lethal- forms of tobacco available here. And without the wealth and education available to the first world citizens- education to understand the consequences of their addiction, wealth to have access to medical solutions in case of complications- the rate of quitting is extremely low.

Lets understand the heartfelt anguish felt by a contrite man

Shanker

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Mr. Buckley's confessional is touching- and pertinent to say the least. Coming from India, I know what damage tobacco has...	S.Shanker	Mar 8, 2008 08:15