Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

The public health authorities never mention the main reason many Americans have for smoking heavily, which is that smoking is a fairly sure, fairly honorable form of suicide.

The public health authorities never mention the main reason

Summary

This quote suggests that one of the main reasons why many Americans smoke heavily is not often mentioned by public health authorities. The reason is seen as a form of suicide that is perceived as sure and somewhat honorable. The statement implies that individuals may choose smoking as a means to harm themselves, possibly due to various personal reasons, without openly acknowledging their intentions. The quote highlights the complexity of motivations behind smoking behavior and brings attention to an aspect that may not be widely recognized or discussed in public health discourse.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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