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The (drug pricing) revolution will not be televised

In made-for-Hollywood hearing, Sen. Sanders assures Novo Nordisk PBMs will not punish it for reducing list prices of Ozempic, Wegovy

September 24, 2024 11:37 PM UTC

Sen. Bernie Sanders crafted today’s hearing about the prices of popular obesity treatments to maximize the dramatic effect. A single witness, Novo Nordisk President and CEO Lars Jørgensen, appearing under threat of subpoena was cast in the role of evildoer, a stand in for Big Pharma, while Sanders gave himself the role of righteous avenger of misdeeds.

Like any good showman, the Vermont independent planned a surprise. ...

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