Who is we vape we vote?
We vape we vote is a group fighting to protect our rights for adults to access vapor devices and other smokeless alternatives. We also believe in preserving the option of flavored e-juice – which has been a key component and helping millions of people quit combustible cigarettes.
Is vaping a hobby or a political identity?
Political groups are noticing that vaping is an identity, not just a hobby. Conservative powerhouse Grover Norquist, whose Americans for Tax Reform group hosted over 200 vaping advocates last month in Washington, D.C., cautions this is an electorate Trump should not ignore for 2020.
Who owns a vape shop in Caledonia?
Jason Volpe has owned a vape shop in Caledonia, Mich., for six years. He supports raising the age to buy tobacco to 21 and encourages young customers to use products with lower levels of nicotine. Volpe, who voted for both President Barack Obama and Trump, is not afraid to talk about politics in his shop.
What does vaping stand for?
Vaping is the inhaling of a vapor created by an electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) or other vaping device. E-cigarettes are battery-powered smoking devices. They have cartridges filled with a liquid that usually contains nicotine, flavorings, and chemicals.
Is the vape ban permanent?
The resolution prohibits the sale and distribution of all flavored vaping products and also increases the minimum purchase age for vaping products to 21. These restrictions went into effect on January 1, 2020 and are permanent.
Why did US ban Vapes?
In August 2016, a World Health Organization (WHO) report recommended that e-cigarettes be banned in indoor areas or where smoking is prohibited. This is because of their potential for non-users to be exposed to chemicals and e-cigarette aerosol in indoor areas.
What is the appeal of vaping?
These flavors enhance the appeal of e-cigarettes by creating sensory perceptions of sweetness and coolness and masking the aversive taste of nicotine. Use of nontraditional-flavored e-cigarettes is higher among youth and young adults (vs. older adults) and among nonsmokers (vs. combustible cigarette smokers).
How can I tell if someone is or has been vaping?
Other SignsFinding Unusual Online Purchases or Packages.Finding Unusual or Unfamiliar Items. ... Finding Organic Cotton Balls and Metallic Wires.Finding Discarded Pods.Finding Discarded Atomizers. ... Finding Pens and USB Drives that Don't Look Normal. ... Noticing an Unexplained Sweet Scent. ... Noticing White Clouds.More items...•
Can I still buy vape juice online?
Whether you're looking for vaping hardware, accessories or ejuices, buying online will allow you to quickly find exactly what you're looking for and save money at the same time.
Is vaping worse than cigarettes?
1: Vaping is less harmful than smoking, but it's still not safe. E-cigarettes heat nicotine (extracted from tobacco), flavorings and other chemicals to create an aerosol that you inhale. Regular tobacco cigarettes contain 7,000 chemicals, many of which are toxic.
Is vaping inside legal?
Can you vape indoors? Vaping is not prohibited by the smoking ban so, unlike cigarettes, it's not automatically illegal to vape in enclosed public spaces such as bars, restaurants and nightclubs. That means it's the choice of the venue owner whether to allow you to vape.
What are the side effects of vaping?
The most commonly-reported adverse effects were throat/mouth irritation, headache, cough, and nausea, which tended to dissipate with continued use....The most common side effects of vaping include:coughing.dry mouth and throat.shortness of breath.mouth and throat irritation.headaches.
What are 5 facts about vaping?
10 Things You Need to Know About the Vaping EpidemicE-Cigarettes Contain Nicotine. ... Vapes Contain Other Harmful Chemicals. ... E-cigarettes are not Safe Just Because They are a Water Vapor. ... Young Adults are More Likely to Vape. ... Vaping is Addictive. ... Vaping Could be a Gateway Drug. ... Vaping Causes Heart and Lung Issues.More items...
What do I do if I catch my kid vaping?
If your child is caught vaping or admits to vaping, try to stay calm and non-judgmental. Listen, don't lecture. Try to understand their feelings. Avoid showing judgment.
How addictive is vaping?
Nicotine is in 99 percent of vapes, and it's very addictive. The more you vape, the more your brain and body get used to having nicotine and the harder it is to go without it.
What is the Vapor Technology Association?
The Vapor Technology Association, a trade group that represents e-liquid manufacturers, vape shops and other vaping professionals, said state and local associations are ahead of the national organization when it comes to voter mobilization.
Where is the American Vaping Association?
The American Vaping Association, a nonprofit advocacy organization in Stratford, Conn., is training vapers on the basics of politics — how to speak at local government meetings, register people to vote and talk to the press and elected officials without getting worked up, said its president, Gregory Conley.
Is vaping a hobby?
Political groups are noticing that vaping is an identity, not just a hobby . Conservative powerhouse Grover Norquist, whose Americans for Tax Reform group hosted over 200 vaping advocates last month in Washington, D.C., cautions this is an electorate Trump should not ignore for 2020. Vaping activists have already claimed success in a handful ...
Where is Jason Volpe?
Jason Volpe has owned a vape shop in Caledonia, Mich., for six years. He supports raising the age to buy tobacco to 21 and encourages young customers to use products with lower levels of nicotine. Volpe, who voted for both President Barack Obama and Trump, is not afraid to talk about politics in his shop.
Does Volpe have flavored alcohol?
He feels betrayed that people with heroin addictions can have a safe place to use drugs and that flavored alcohol is still on the market, but not the blueberry maple syrup- flavored vape juice he uses. The stress around the flavor ban sent him to the emergency room last month.
Is Thomson vaping a fluke?
The American Vaping Association put out a celebratory press release, and Americans for Tax Reform called Thomson vaping’s “first victim.”. Thomson, though, considers the loss a fluke, not the work of vapers. “I do not believe they had any effect in my race,” said the legislator, who later won back her seat.
Who is Duncan Hunter?
In 2018, Block joined the late stages of the California race of embattled U.S. Rep. Duncan Hunter. Known as the vaping congressman, the Republican has helped create pro-vaping legislation. But he was indicted for campaign finance violations in 2018.
Where is Jason Volpe?
Jason Volpe has owned a vape shop in Caledonia, Mich., for six years. He supports raising the age to buy tobacco to 21 and encourages young customers to use products with lower levels of nicotine.
Who started the vape PAC?
Vapers were mobilized for two congressional campaigns with postcards produced by political operative Mark Block, who also started the Vape PAC political action committee. (Lydia Zuraw/KHN Illustration; Mark Block; Getty Images)
The vaping electorate
Jason Volpe has owned a vape shop in Caledonia, Mich., for six years. He supports raising the age to buy tobacco to 21 and encourages young customers to use products with lower levels of nicotine.
A vaper voting block?
Vocal vapers point to Wisconsin Republican Sen. Ron Johnson’s shocking election victory in 2016 as proof of their power.
How – and when did We Vape We Vote get started?
We Vape We Vote was started exactly on the day of the vape ban announcement, but we can safely say it's history dates way back as a rarely used catchphrase.
What's the main motivation for the movement? What are your goals?
The only goal that our movement had from the start was to derail the vape ban and unite vaping into a place where it can be safe worldwide. To mobilize and unite a community, which is truly starting to take shape.
If you guys win this battle, is the war won? Is We Vape We Vote necessary?
The movement never stops, the key is to keep the message alive. If the possibility of a federal ban happened now, it can happen at any time. In fact, it seems to be getting banned state by state and we need advocates to be within reach any time, and to work with us to help prevent such nonsense from ever happening again.