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Kristin Lyerly: “Prescription drugs are too expensive. They are more…”

Featuring: Kristin Lyerly, Democratic | Former Candidate, U.S. House Wisconsin, District 8

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Kristin Lyerly-Tony Wied U.S. House debate

Published | Video Starts at 53:45

15 seconds, Doctor Violet, I have lots of ideas. Let's offline about that. One thing I didn't mention is prescription drugs. Prescription drugs are too expensive. They are more expensive in this country than in any other country. And the ability for Medicare to negotiate, capping insulin at dollar 35 a month is literally a lifesaver for seniors on Medicare. More of that. I want to address Social Security really quick. (53:45–53:51)

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Asserts that prescription drugs are more expensive in the U.S. than in any other country.

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