Frankly i think it was very brave of them to dump cigarettes which are contrary to selling things that are for people's well being. It is like investment firms selling bad stock on the retail side but shorting it on their side. A business that is in the business of health should truly be committed to health. Bravo.
As for taking a hit on their stock which has already happened, I think in the long term, they will build brand loyalty for their decision of integrity.
As for the other drug chains, well ...that remains to be seen. I would hope they would follow suit. I don't feel sorry for the tobacco companies in the least. Besides, they will soon be making far more selling pot.
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