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by coralreef 3369 days ago
Yes, some people need to get into a car to get to work. Work is a significant part of a fulfilling life. Driving allows you to visit places, see family, maintain a hobby.

Smoking has some utility, in that it feels good by delivering nicotine. It also has great downsides, like cancer and heart disease risk.

What I'm saying is the two aren't without risk, but one is a clearly more sensible option than the other (you brought up the example of cars).

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>Yes, some people need to get into a car to get to work....

Can't take a Bus?

>Driving allows you to visit places, see family, maintain a hobby.

Can't take a bus?

I wasn't taking about the driving where you are the only passenger anyway....

>What I'm saying is the two aren't without risk, but one is a clearly more sensible option than the other (you brought up the example of cars).

And. You say smoking has some great downsides. Have you spent some time in a traffic jam or red signal, where you are surrounded by exhaust from other vehicles. In some countries you might have a truck or bus with your exhaust directly in your face or open window....

So, one is not "clearly more sensible option", But one sure is more socially acceptable. Surprise surprise!

Some people live in rural areas or sparsely populated areas, so yeah, they can't take a bus.