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In reply to the discussion: Medicare for All’ would cover everyone, save billions in first year: new study [View all]LonePirate
(13,420 posts)You have offered up nary a reason why you are concerned about or resistant to the government negotiating drug prices - and that was your initial (albeit implied) statement.
You harped on me about your ridiculous claim of unintended consequences which is what to lead to the discussion of what would happen if the government screwed up the negotiations, be it stupidly agreeing to higher prices or refusing to cover generic drugs or accepting whatever horrible clause (no compete clauses?) the pharmaceutical companies might add to the contracts. If someone like Max Baucus is doing the negotiating, then we have plenty to fear with possible bad deals for the public.
Further, your initial claim was ridiculous because you are now stating that lower prices will certainly result from the negotiations which pretty much negates your initial concern. Lower prices mean better health for Americans and more lives saved which is the ultimate goal.
Please feel free to step forward and explain your concern about the government negotiating prices because you have done nothing to support your stance, unless you're arguing the obvious. The absurdities I highlighted don't outweigh the benefits so give it your best shot.