Poll: Most swing state voters think vaping is as harmful or more harmful than smoking

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — A new Poll released by the Steam Technology Association The poll showed that three-quarters of voters in three swing states believed vaping was “as bad or worse” than smoking and other nicotine products.

The poll, conducted by former Trump official Kellyanne Conway’s firm, surveyed 600 registered voters in each of Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

Despite scientific evidence to the contrary, 75% of respondents said vaping is at least as harmful as smoking.

Only 12% of respondents said the situation has improved, while the rest were unsure.

“This is because the (Food and Drug Administration) has failed to truthfully and adequately inform Americans that e-cigarettes carry significantly reduced risks, especially when compared to cigarettes, even though its leaders have acknowledged that fact,” the VTA said.

“In addition, the findings demonstrate the power of education and the dangers of failing to present the science honestly when it comes to flavored e-cigarettes.”

Although they may think e-cigarettes are more dangerous than they actually are, most respondents said Oppose a complete ban on e-cigarettes and other vapor products once studies show they are less harmful than tobacco.

In Wisconsin, support for a ban on flavored e-cigarettes rose from 62% to 51%.

Once voters became more informed, the trend continued across the political spectrum in Michigan (55% in favor, 54% opposed) and Pennsylvania (58% in favor, 54% opposed).

“In this survey, we found that voters prefer common-sense reforms over outright bans that put science over politics to reduce harm and protect vulnerable populations like youth,” Conway said.

Still, a majority of respondents in all three states said they favor “fair and reasonable regulations” on access to and marketing of e-cigarettes, the substance most vulnerable to addiction among young people.

The minimum age for smoking and vaping is 21 Signed into law In 2019, then-President Donald Trump spoke.

“Voters tend to agree with rhetoric that advocates for less government intervention and promotes e-cigarettes as a harm reduction tool for adult smokers,” the VTA said.