The nanny state began in 1603. Since, after previous failed attempts in college days, Pipe smoking “took” for me in 1979, I have always bought more tobacco than current consumption needs would justify. All sorts of reasons, too complex to really sort out. I expect this pattern to continue regardless of the FDA, taxes, price increases, or even an internet sales ban.
While not convenient, I could work around the latter as things stand now. A more than decent brick and mortar is 20 miles away. Their handicapped parking is abysmal through no fault of their own, but I am sure they would do curbside pickup.
If that does happen, I know the owner of three local discount tobacco and beer stores, one of which has a drive through. He could have accounts with distributors he doesn’t deal with now. Sutliff, for example, has a very friendly minimum order requirement, and they have stated publicly that they will extend credit for a small opening order if you can fog a mirror. I fully expect the internet “tin game” frenzy to not last.
in other words, I have a hopeless case of TAD. But I expect that the market will always adjust to allow me to satisfy it currently. No need to be ruled by emotions of the moment.