Both Sides Weigh In On Initiative To Curb High Drug Prices
Garry South, the chief strategist and spokesman for the "Yes" campaign on 61, and Kathy Fairbanks, the spokeswoman for the "No" campaign talk about their sides of the fight.
KPCC:
3 Things To Know About Prop 61, California's Complex Prescription Drug Initiative
California’s Proposition 61, which seeks to provide more affordable prescription drug coverage, has become one of the most highly debated measures this election. According to a recent KPCC article, under the measure, specific state programs such as Medi-Cal fee-for service plans and CalPers, would not pay more than the Department of Veterans Affairs pays for prescription drugs... And the Yes on 61 campaign accuses pharmaceutical companies opposing the proposition of “unconscionable profiteering.” (Dangelantonio, 10/27)