Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 30, 2023
The problem is that the person negotiating on behalf of the patient should not be getting paid by the other side.
Said by
Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

Editor's note · Context

Wyden highlights a conflict of interest in drug price negotiations.

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