Trump just unlocked the biggest drug price drop in 60 years
For over 30 years, I stood behind a pharmacy counter and watched hardworking neighbors open their mouths in disbelief when I told them what their prescriptions would cost. I watched them ask if there was a less expensive generic, or if they could stretch a 30-day supply into 45 days, or simply walk out without the medication their doctor prescribed.
TL;DR
- A pharmacist observed patients struggling with high prescription costs for over three decades.
- Patients often inquired about cheaper generics or ways to extend medication supply.
- Past administrations failed to address the issue of rising drug prices.
- President Donald Trump initiated action to lower drug prices, which previous leaders avoided.
- Trump used presidential leverage to compel the industry to reduce prices voluntarily.