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3 Crazy Billionaire Stories

My First Million

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The Sacklers and the Opioid Crisis

This chapter examines the history and influence of the Sackler family and their company Purdue Pharma in the opioid epidemic, particularly through the marketing of OxyContin. It discusses unethical advertising practices, significant legal repercussions, and the family's attempts at reputation laundering through donations. The narrative also critiques the pharmaceutical industry's marketing strategies while highlighting the broader implications for healthcare and trust in medical advertising.

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