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Why does corruption matter?
Civics 101
Trust, Influence, and the Price of Medicine
This chapter investigates the crucial link between public trust in democracy and the impact of citizen activism in shaping government policy, particularly regarding prescription drug prices. It recounts a campaign aimed at providing seniors with affordable medications, revealing the manipulative tactics of the pharmaceutical industry that ultimately undermine legislative efforts. The discussion calls for increased public awareness and collective action to combat the pervasive influence of money in politics and restore accountability in leadership.
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