In America, various industries have close ties to government regulators. The pharmaceutical industry is one of the most notable and most troubling. “Big Pharma” regularly spends over $300 million on lobbying yearly—much more than any other industry
While the Constitution certainly protects the rights to free speech and to petition the government, it was never intended to grant the special privileges that are characteristic of today’s bureaucratic, administrative state.
In addition, Big Pharma’s reputation has come under attack in the wake of America’s opioid epidemic—since 1999, nearly 700,000 people have died from overdoses in the —and the COVID pandemic.
Given these current controversies, we decided to host a conference to consider the rise of Big Pharma, its role in the declining state of American health, and ideas for reform.
The result is a free online video series that reveals the truth about Big Pharma:
When you watch this free video series, you’ll learn about the collaboration between the federal government and pharmaceutical companies, the content of the “Pfizer documents,” and the origins of Big Pharma and the opioid epidemic. You’ll also gain valuable insights into Anthony Fauci and the public health establishment from Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
We filmed the series at a recent Center for Constructive Alternatives conference on the Hillsdale campus. You will not have to watch for long to discover why it was one of our most popular and well-attended events.
Larry P. Arnn
President, Hillsdale College
Pursuing Truth and Defending Liberty Since 1844
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