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Originally Posted by graciegirl;82***0
Is a brave and conscientious man. He will lose billions on his decision to not sell tobacco and tobacco products.
His reason?" It is contrary to our purpose."
He is my hero of the day.
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Gracie, what you say is true. I went to pharmacy school with Larry and he was part of my circle of friends. Although we haven't kept in touch over the years, he is as you say a brave and conscientious man. He is also very intelligent and devoted to his profession. IMHO, CVS is fortunate to have him leading their organization. As a fellow pharmacist, I feel that he made the right decision. Most independent pharmacies that I have worked for over the years got out of the cigarette selling business years ago (shortly after the surgeon general's warning was put into place). The one I currently work at does not sell candy or soda either. To me, the cigarettes especially are a conflict of interest for a healthcare organization to be in the business of selling and/or promoting. There are many places where they can be bought outside of a pharmacy. I say "kudos" to Larry. I think CVS will
not be hurt in the long run over this move. BTW, I also have family members and close friends who are cigarette smokers so no judgment here. I understand how truly difficult it is to break that habit even if one wants to, but it is so heartbreaking to see the long term effects.