New York Based.Nationally Active.
 
A grassroots organization established in 2000 dedicated to advancing and protecting the interests of adults who choose to smoke cigarettes or enjoy other forms of tobacco or use electronic cigarettes.


cig_ashtrayOur goal is to end the discrimination against smokers by exposing the anti-smoking lies. 
 


"The sensitive person's veto was born in the anti-smoking campaign and has spread to other fields." 
John Leo, Dec. 2001

 
*ACTION ALERT*
PUBLIC HOUSING SMOKING BAN
(posted May 19, 2018 / updated July 23, 2018)
 
Maybe you've found C.L.A.S.H. because you are a person who lives in any of the public housing complexes across the country and have received notice that you will be forced outside of your private apartment because the U.S. Dept. of Housing has dictated that smoking (cigarettes, cigars, hookahs, electronic cigarettes) will be banned inside your home effective July 31, 2018 (or sooner at the will of each local Public Housing Authority).  So in your anger and frustration you have searched for help and discovered C.L.A.S.H.

Whether you are a directly affected resident or someone who simply, and rightfully, finds this intrusion into private homes by a federal agency to be one of the most egregious assaults on and threat to everyone's fundamental right to privacy to engage in a legal activity within the confines of one's own home, know that C.L.A.S.H. is fully aware of the situation and has been since C.L.A.S.H. objected to it when HUD first proposed it at the end of 2015.

C.L.A.S.H. agrees that HUD's rule is fraught with serious constitutional questions.  To quote the editorial board of the NY Observer who wrote at the time: "It may be the most far-reaching, intrusive and over-reaching executive order of the entire Obama administration."

That is why C.L.A.S.H. has filed a lawsuit challenging this rule. 

C.L.A.S.H. receives no funding from any industry.  It survives on the kindness of private citizens who donate their nickels and dimes.  It's barely enough to cover the cost of maintaining this web site.  To find out more about the details of this lawsuit and to please help us help you by contributing to the legal fund (every dollar counts!) visit our PRIVACY IN THE HOME LEGAL FUND page... and then share it far and wide.

Today it's smoking in public housing apartments.  Tomorrow it's a state law in apartments in privately owned buildings and homes.  The day after that it's no beer drinking (creates rowdy drunken behavior), no peanuts (the dust will attack allergic children in the next apartment) and anything else government wants to conquer next after slaying their demon du jour.  This is not about smoking or whether or not you like it.  This is about keeping the idea that anything traditionally legally used in the home can be banned from taking root.

Thank you!

 


PRESS  RELEASES (All) 

Most Recent 
July 23, 2018 
SMOKERS’ RIGHTS GROUP SUES HUD OVER RULE THAT BANS SMOKING INSIDE PUBLIC HOUSING APARTMENTS 

 
Recommended Reading 

C.L.A.S.H. founder, Audrey Silk, blogging here and previously at the Huffington Post 

 Most Recent (Books) 

TobakkoNacht - The Antismoking Endgame 
By Michael J. McFadden 
Cigarettiquette! A Smoker's Manifesto 
By Sandy Lynn Riefberg 

THE CASE AGAINST SMOKING BANS INSIDE HOMES 
(CONDOS, CO-OPS, MULTI-UNIT DWELLINGS)
For print and distribution by anyone fighting a ban proposal in their building
     


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VICTORY (2013) 
to DEFEAT (2016) 
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LAWSUIT AGAINST 
THE CITY AND STATE  
INDOOR SMOKING BAN 
(2003) 
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LAWSUIT AGAINST 
BAN ON SALES  
OF TOBACCO 
("PROHIBITION") 

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ACTIVITIES 

SMOKING IS NORMAL 
CAMPAIGN 

WEAR A T-SHIRT, 
MAKE A STATEMENT 
 
COMMEMORATE 
FREEDOM 
WITH A MUG 
 

 
ADVOCACY 

C,L.A.S.H.'s OBJECTION 
TO SODA BAN 
OFFICIAL COMMENT SUBMITTED 
TO NYC DEPT. OF HEALTH 
 

C.L.A.S.H.'s RESPONSE TO 
NYC SMOKING BAN 
ON BEACHES AND IN PARKS 
 

TESTIMONY TO NYC 
ON TRANS FAT BAN 

 
COALITION of Small Businesses and  
Citizens' Rights Group 
TO END DONATIONS TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY 
 

PROTEST MATERIAL 
YOU CAN USE 
 

BOYCOTT 
 

OPERATION 
TAKE BACK 

VIDEO: Debates, Talks 

MUSIC TO OUR EARS 
 
 

 

 
 
 


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SMOKING IS NORMAL
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SmokingIsNormal

C.L.A.S.H.'S RESPONSE TO
NYC SMOKING BAN ON BEACHES AND IN PARKS
 
                            Read more...  (Including useful citations that there is no cause for concern from cigarette smoke outdoors) 

 Smoking Ban in Cars 
 
NYC C.L.A.S.H. Opposition Statement 

CIGARETTE TAXES IN NYC

ANOTHER ASSAULT ON SMOKERS  
BY MAYOR MICHAEL BLOOMBERG 
Position Statement, Facts & Figures, Etc. 
RECEIVED A BACK TAX LETTER FROM THE NYC DEPT OF FINANCE?  
OR WORRIED THAT YOU WILL? 
NYC C.L.A.S.H. Analyzes The Situation 

DUE TO THE SMOKING BAN 

  BY MAYOR BLOOMBERG

BOYCOTT 
> DON'T EAT OR DRINK WHERE YOU CAN'T SMOKE 
 Join us in the Smoking Section for more information 
 
ALSO SEE: 
WINTER CHALLENGE 
WANT TO DO THIS  
YEAR AFTER YEAR? 
 
 
There are two things you can do to help end this  
before another winter comes around

NYC C.L.A.S.H. LAUNCHES 
"OPERATION TAKE BACK" 
SMOKERS DEDICATED TO EQUAL REPRESENTATION 
 
 
The Anti-Smoking Crusade has led to the creation of a sub-class of citizens who are being controlled by a lie 
We can expose the lie and take back control 
(click here for details) 

 
COALITION of Small Businesses and  
Citizens' Rights Group  
TO END DONATIONS TO AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY 
(Other Charities to Benefit) 
 
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NATIONAL ALLIANCE FORMED 
Read Press Release (and more)


"I'M NOT CALLING" CARDS 
Tell 'em if you can't smoke, you can't stay

We don't think anyone should reward the law by eating or drinking out where you can't smoke (again, see our Boycott Campaign). 

But you might find yourself in a situation where you have no choice but to enter a smoke-banned place due to business or social commitments you just can't get out of.  

If that's the case you can let them know, by leaving them a "I'm Not Calling" card, that you found the experience unpleasant, unacceptable, and that you beat it out of there as fast as you could:  
 
 

I'M SORRY, I'D LOVE TO STAY FOR MORE DRINKS, 
BUT NOT IF I CAN'T SMOKE. 
THE LAW HAS TAKEN AWAY FREE CHOICE -- 
YOURS AND MINE. 
THIS IS HOW I CHOOSE TO PROTEST IT. 
Help Can the Ban! 
www.nycclash.com / info@nycclash.com
Even if you've been able to avoid these places completely you can stop in for a second for the sole purpose of leaving this card. 

Its purpose is to let bar and restaurant owners know that a large segment of their customers remain unhappy because of the law, not them.  It's a reminder that it's not something we're getting used to and that loss in revenues won't blow over if they just wait it out -- prompting them to remain or get involved in efforts to "can the ban."  

If you'd like to receive these cards to hand out, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to: 

NYC C.L.A.S.H. 
P.O. Box 1036 
Brooklyn, NY 11234 
ATTN: Cards 

  
Testimony to NYC on Trans Fat Ban  
Read Testimony Delivered on October 30, 2006 by C.L.A.S.H. Founder, opposing the proposal to ban trans fat, at NYC Dept. of Health Hearing  
MORE
 

WEAR A T-SHIRT & MAKE A STATEMENT
It's the perfect message to show the anti-smokers that you will not be intimidated.
No amount of harassment will stop you from enjoying your cigarette.
 
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 SECTION 
 
 
 
 T-Shirts come only in white with black lettering.
Sizes are  M - L - XL
 
T-SHIRTS CAN BE PURCHASED FOR $17 (including shipping).
(In Conjunction With OPERATION TAKE BACK)
 
 
 
COMMEMORATE FREEDOM WITH A MUG
 
You can REQUEST to receive a coffee mug for every donation of $30 (includes $5 for shipping) or more.
($60 will get you two mugs, etc., but you must specify that you expect a mug(s)
or else it will be assumed that you are simply making a donation
since we've experienced such kindness in the past.)
 
Both Sides of the Mug are Shown Here

IF YOU FEEL INCLINED TO DONATE MORE THAN THE REQUESTED AMOUNT OF AN ITEM
IT WILL BE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED
 
 
Make Check or Money Order Payable To: 
NYC C.L.A.S.H. 
Mail To: 
NYC C.L.A.S.H. 
P.O. Box 1036 
Brooklyn, New York 11234 
Some people wish to donate and don't want anything in return. 
But if you are requesting an item you're entitled to with your donation, please remember to specify which item and:
T-Shirt:  Number of shirt(s) and the size(s) 
Mug:      Number of mugs
Credit Card 
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the safe and secure PayPal method 
For T-SHIRT(S) 
(click on the button to begin) 
Review instructions below 

For COFFEE MUG(S) 
(click on the button to begin) 
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Some people wish to donate and don't want anything in return. 
If so, don't note anything in the note section provided 
(other than any personal thoughts you'd like to include). 
But if you are requesting an item you're entitled to with your donation, please remember to:
1.  Specify in the note section either "T-Shirt" or "Mug." 

2.  T-Shirts:  Include the number of shirt(s) you are ordering and the sizes(s) 

3.  Mugs:  Include the number of mugs



Become a Member
Please join NYC C.L.A.S.H.
Click here to submit membership form.
If you have trouble with our membership form, simply email us and provide your name, city, state and email address
We do NOT share your private information with third parties.

NYC C.L.A.S.H. is a grassroots organization. There are no membership fees.   Donations are gratefully accepted.

As a member you will be alerted to smoking-related news and activities in New York and elsewhere. Suggestions will be included as to how you may assist in trying to defeat these anti-smoking campaigns.

Becoming a member simply adds your name to the growing number of individuals who are tired of being treated as second-class citizens and who are willing to speak out against excessive restrictions. Individually we are not being heard.  Acting as a group will force those in office to take our concerns into consideration just as the anti-smoking groups have had their concerns addressed to our detriment in the past. Silence is interpreted as agreement and the willingness to bend.  I think we have bent far enough.  It's time to have our voices heard loud and clear. That endeavor is best accomplished as a group that stands together.

We invite nonsmokers to participate also.  It is not only about the imposition of will on smokers but what that may (and has already begun to) lead to....  those who believe they are more morally correct in their views forcing others to behave by their standards in all areas of life choices. Do you like your beer?  Your steak?  Your SUV?  Wearing perfume or cologne?  Be forewarned that the nannies have you in their sights already.  If you believe in freedom of choice then it is in your interest to assist in alleviating the pressure being applied to smoking so that an activity you enjoy will not be so easily targeted next.

Twenty-five percent of the nation smokes, seventy-three percent are nonsmokers (those who are willing to compromise or do not care that others smoke around them) and the other two percent are the self-righteous, morally imposing anti-smoking zealots.   Ninety-eight percent of the population are in agreement that in all areas of life-style choices, everyone should be accommodated and should enjoy the right to be left alone.
 

Freedom is not a matter of popularity.  The true measure of our society is how we protect the freedoms of the minority.
 
 
(Note:  Joining the Facebook Group is NOT a substitution for membership to C.L.A.S.H.)
 


Contact us at nycclash@nycclash.com
Phone:  1-917-888-9317
Or Write To:
NYC C.L.A.S.H.
P.O. Box 1036
Brooklyn, New York  11234

Founder:  Audrey Silk
http://www.nycclash.com