Doyle Dollars

Never underestimate the power of American ingenuity. 

A state convenience store chain is handing out coupons to counter Wisconsin’s increase in the cigarette tax.

As part of a marketing promotion, Open Pantry stores are handing out “Doyle Dollars” to smokers to help offset the $1 per pack increase in the state’s cigarette tax. Gov. Jim Doyle pushed for the cigarette tax increase in the budget.

The promotion, which is good for $1 off any two packs of cigarettes, began Tuesday, the same day the tax hike took effect, and runs through Jan. 31.

If you don’t want a dollar, you can get 0.68 Euros, 39 Rupees, or 15,996 Dongs.