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The Daily, in a report on the upcoming increase in tobacco taxes meant to help finance health care for children in low-income homes, interviews Ann Arbor business owners about their fears for the future. Owner of Maison-Edwards Tobacconist, Chuck Ghawi says, “I can’t see how it wouldn’t have an impact, especially during a recession.” In agreement, Smokah Hookah employee, Amal Awar agrees, “It will definitely drop sales significantly, no question about it.” [Source]