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#85 Bethany McLean: Crafting a Narrative

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

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Ethics in Pharmaceutical Pricing

This chapter examines the ethical challenges related to pharmaceutical pricing and the responsibilities of drug companies to society. It contrasts profit motives with moral obligations, exploring how corporate behaviors shift over time and the consequences of prioritizing shareholder interests. The conversation highlights the psychological factors that influence decision-making in the context of wealth and social hierarchy, questioning the implications for corporate responsibility.

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