Why aren't cigarette commercials on TV anymore?

Answer 1

smoking ads have not had an impact on people. therefor have been banned.

Answer 2

In April 1970, Congress passed the Public Health smoking Act banning the advertising of cigarettes on television AND radio starting on January 2, 1971.

Answer 3

It became illegal when it inspired young children to start smoking!

Answer 4

Alcohol and cigarettes are detrimental to one's health. By advertising such unhealthy products, they are enticing consumers to drink and smoke, and adopt an unwholesome lifestyle.

Answer 5

Cigarettes are bad for you and the government do not what people to smoke. By not advertising on TV other people are not likely to be attracted to smoking and start

Answer 6

Because kids will get interested in smoking when they are teens.

Answer 7

It is illegal to advertise cigarettes on television or the radio in the United States, and has been since 1971.