Jacob Grier

Jacob Grier is a writer based in Portland, Oregon. His work has also appeared in Reason, The Los Angeles Times, and other publications.

4 Reasons Obama's Plan to Raise Tobacco Taxes Is a Bad Idea

4 Reasons Obama's Plan to Raise Tobacco Taxes Is a Bad Idea

Whether or not you support expanding pre-school education, it doesn't make much sense to pay for it by raising taxes on smokers. More »

How the FDA Is Keeping New Cigarettes Off the Market

How the FDA Is Keeping New Cigarettes Off the Market

In ignoring thousands of applications to create new cigarette brands, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is interfering with market competition, not promoting public health. More »

The Case Against a Smoke-Free America

The Case Against a Smoke-Free America

There is such thing as a refined taste for tobacco, and enjoying it in moderation. More »

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