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On the recordFebruary 8, 2024
Merck's former president, and you have already quoted him, Mr. Davis, he said we never try to forget that medicine is for the people--you know, my father--it is not for the profits.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts
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Markey quotes Merck's former president on prioritizing people over profits in medicine.

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