
Part One: Laetrile: The Fake Cancer Cure That Birthed The Right-Wing Medical Grifting Industry
Behind the Bastards
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Laetrile's Dark Origins
This chapter explores the morally ambiguous backstory of R.L. McNaughton, an arms smuggler turned promoter of the controversial cancer treatment Laetrile. Delving into connections with organized crime and legal challenges, it presents a complex narrative filled with humor and absurdity surrounding a dubious drug dealer's exploits.
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