What would be wrong with allowing state to bargain with drug companies to insure low drug prices for those -?

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What would be wrong with allowing state to bargain with drug companies to insure low drug prices for those -?

on their Medicaid and Medicare programs?

2006-09-22 02:52:02 · 3 answers · asked by Tommy G. 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics

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The drug companies and their paid politicians won't make as much money.

2006-09-22 02:57:40 · answer #1 · answered by a4140145 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Or we could just allow the private sector to handle it and tell the government to shove off.

Wal-Mart now offering generic drugs for $4. Target just announced they will match the price.

Hooray private sector!

2006-09-22 09:58:46 · answer #2 · answered by Aegis of Freedom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Some would say this is a dangerous step towards more nationalized healthcare. Others would say it would interfere only with campaign contributions from pharmaceutical companies. Take your pick.

2006-09-22 09:56:38 · answer #3 · answered by Brand X 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋