Abstract
In this paper, the writer discusses the importance of having harsh limitations on cigarette advertising. The writer maintains that whether in regards to billboards, television spots, back-page magazine hits, or even sponsorships in the arts and sports, big-tobacco has a well-documented history of creating messaging beyond simply offensive. The writer argues that as a result of decades of false, misleading, and socially irresponsible advertising, cigarette manufacturers must have severe limitations on their ability to advertise what is clearly a harmful product.

Tags:banning, cigarette, advertising

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This paper explain that, when strategically analyzing cigarette advertising in Canadian, emphasis must be placed upon what could realistically be achieved given the range of conflicting interests of all of the stakeholders in this debate. The author points out that the Supreme Court of Canada in the mid-1990s struck down a carefully crafted Canadian government policy, which radically restricted advertising by tobacco companies. The paper stresses that any successful advertising strategy must form a balance between utility and rights. The author relates that the concept of rule utilitarianism is a normative ethical model that provides us with some guidance in developing a strategic approach. The paper states that this model suggests that the advertising must not only be considered in terms of pure utility but also in terms of what is practically achievable given the complex range of interested stakeholders.

From the Paper
"Within these parameters, a strategic approach would balance the utility to the Canadian public from less tobacco promotion with the rights of freedom of expression of the tobacco companies to sell their products. It would be likely, for example, that the courts would consider a ban on advertising in media where it may be easily encountered by minors/children to be an acceptable limitation on the tobacco companies' freedom of expression. For example, cigarette advertising could be banned from television, movies and radio, as these media have a considerable youth audience."

Tags:utilitarianism, rights, freedom, children, regulation

Abstract
The paper asserts that a strategic analysis regarding the issue of cigarette advertising in Canadian society must necessarily consider not only the current situation but how ethical analyses shape our understanding of the role of the state and the interests of Canadian society in this regard. The paper points out, however, that emphasis must be placed not so much on what would be most desirable but instead upon what could realistically be achieved given the range of conflicting interests of all of the stakeholders in this debate. As is argued, a strategic approach to this issue may be characterized as a "balancing act" in that it must necessarily consider different legitimate perspectives in order to ensure successful implementation.

Tags:strategic, analysis, ethics

Abstract
The paper explores the complex ethical questions involved in the debate over limiting the power of cigarette manufacturers to advertise. The paper explains that while limiting advertising can be justified from a utilitarian perspective, from a Kantian perspective of rights, such a limitation presents grave implications for the future of our society. The paper argues that a normative approach to this issue would be to recognize the importance of "rule utilitarianism" as opposed to pure utilitarianism as the key determinant of government action.

From the Paper
"The current situation would suggest that there is a clear and present for governments to take action given the need to protect the public interest, together with the need to counteract the resources available to the tobacco industry to sell their product. Indeed, the history of cigarette advertising is such that it would seem this argument is almost unquestionable. For example, this industry has a long history of using advertising to appeal to young people and the public at large by covertly covering up the effects of tobacco. Following following the end of World War II, the RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co. boasted that "More Doctors Smoke Camels Than Any Other Cigarette" (Waxman). This advertising claim carried the clear implication that the medical community as a whole endorses "Camels" cigarettes. While no tobacco company would dare to make such a statement today, that does not stop the industry from trying to make smoking appear cool to teenagers."

Tags:freedom, expression, utilitarian, perspective, rule, pure, utilitarianism

Abstract
This paper discusses the hypothesis that alcohol and cigarette advertising leads to increased drinking and smoking, specifically, among youth. The paper presents several examples of advertisements, illustrating how they create a certain image for the target group. The paper contends that, while studies cannot prove that advertising leads to greater consumption, the moderate, positive association is consistent across survey studies.

From the Paper
"Alcohol and tobacco are among the most heavily advertised products within the media industry, including magazine, newspaper, broadcast, and outdoor advertising (Pfleger Pp). According to a 2001 report, the six major tobacco companies spend approximately $6 billion annually on advertising and promotion in the United States alone (Pfleger Pp). Measured media is roughly $800 million a year for beer, $321 million for liquor, and $120 million for wine, and if sponsorships and promotions were added, these numbers would likely increase (Pfleger Pp). Despite legislation to curb tobacco and alcohol advertising, especially to youths, the companies are still getting their messages across to their targets."

Tags:smoking, drinking, magazine

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In this study, the writer examines cigarette advertisements that are aimed at women. The writer argues that the advertisements represent harmful speech and should not have First Amendment protection. The writer looks at the move in the 1990's against cigarette advertising and discusses consumer needs rather than the needs of big business.

From the Paper
"The purpose of this research is to examine the proposition that cigarette advertisements aimed towards women are in violation of the First Amendment. The plan of the research will be to show that the ads represent an instance of harmful speech and that as such, they are in direct violation of the First Amendment guarantee to be protected from such speech."

Tags:first, amendment, cigarette, advertising

From the Paper
" The purpose of this research is to analyze the ?Smoky Cigarette Company" case. The case concerns a decision, which must be made by the president of the firm. A citizen group has demanded that the company cease advertising, as an act of corporate social responsibility. The position taken in this analysis is that the company should not cease advertising.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY


A strong interest in the concept of a social responsibility for business began developing in the early-1960s. At that time, Milton Friedman observed (...)"

From the Paper
"Cigarette smoking has undergone a significant transformation in its acceptance by Americans. Where cigarettes once conferred an air of sophistication equated with movie stars and the rich, cigarette smokers are now condemned as addicts whose habit endangers not only their lives, but the lives of others ("Respiratory Effects" 133). Smokers who once found ashtrays in most homes and in nearly every office now find that they are consigned to designated smoking areas in restaurants and other public places, and increasingly find that office buildings and residential homes are strictly off limits to smokers. It is not unusual to see the dedicated smokers standing in the most inclement of weather in order to indulge in their habit.

One of the results of this change of awareness is an increase in the number of non..."

Abstract
This paper takes a look at advertising campaigns that tobacco companies undertake to promote their products despite growing criticism from both the public and organized watchdogs. The paper gives a breakdown of how much money is spent on what kind of promotional activity, as well as the advertising methods tobacco companies use to encourage smoking. The paper criticizes the tobacco industry's relentless and misplaced advertising slogan - that it is cool to smoke, but concedes that even where a comprehensive ban on advertising and promotion is in place, the tobacco industry will constantly try to find other ways of promoting its products.

Outline:
Where Does it Go?
Loyalty Through the Post Office
Luring New Smoker
Advertising to Kids
What Gives?
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Several advocacies organizations, some as prominent as the World Health Organization, have been preaching against smoking and heralding its ill-effects. Yet, not one country nor state has taken iron-hand measures to stop it. The tobacco and cigarette industry has one of the most powerful weapons on earth: Money. It creates a non-stop flow of opportunities for them to stay "cool", vivacious, and yes, legal, even when they can't advertise to say so."

Tags:cigarettes, smoking

Abstract
This paper examines how advertising has grown to become one of the most prominent markets as well as one of the most important resources in our economy and how marketers can sell everything from automobiles, to make-up kits, to zebra-striped bed sets with advertising to offer their specific goods and services to the public. It looks at how competition has since risen from the importance of advertising and persuasion has become an extremely important technique in this growing industry. The media has great influence over how the society thinks, acts, the clothes they wear, and so on but only if the audiences are actually reached. Only then will persuasion take its course and sell the product, creating needs for other products, which create needs for other products. It's a vicious cycle that continues to revolve in our society, and it always will as long as there is a product to sell.

From the Paper
"In relation to the way men and women are pictured, advertising companies try to reach men and women in different ways. Men are encouraged to be seen as masculine and superior, and are offered the basic appeal that certain products can help them achieve this identity. Women are pushed to be the beautiful housewives every man wants who use the right styling and make-up products, along with the sweetest smelling cleaning fluids. Women are offered products to "better themselves" in the way society begs to see them, rather than in the way they would like to be seen. These two worlds collide though, because the images we see in the media have so often become the image we want to have for ourselves."

Tags:alcohol, brand, cigarettes, design, ethnicity, gender, loyalty, youth