Snake oil (Encore)
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The Deceptive History of Snake Oil
This chapter delves into the historical roots of snake oil as a legitimate remedy used by Chinese laborers and chronicles how Clark Stanley's deceitful marketing transformed it into a symbol of fraud. It also discusses the repercussions of these misleading practices, including the regulatory reforms intended to safeguard consumers.
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