Hey everyone, it’s Buddy Huggins here! Today, I’m diving into a big issue that affects so many of us: the high cost of medicines in America. I just posted a new YouTube video on May 14, 2025, called “Josh Hawley EXPOSES Big Pharma’s Drug Price Scandal in 2025 – Save Lives Now!” In the video, Senator Josh Hawley calls out Big Pharma and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) for making drugs too expensive. Let’s break down what he said, why it matters, and how it impacts you. Check out the video [here](insert YouTube link) and let’s get started!
The Problem: Sky-High Drug Prices
In my video, I share a shocking fact from Senator Hawley: Americans pay way more for brand-name drugs than people in other countries. The data shows we pay 324% more than Canada, 445% more than France, and 422% more on average compared to other countries. That means if a drug costs $100 in Canada, it could cost $424 in the U.S.! This makes it hard for people to afford medicines like insulin, which some in Hawley’s state of Missouri can’t even buy.
In my video, I share a shocking fact from Senator Hawley: Americans pay way more for brand-name drugs than people in other countries. The data shows we pay 324% more than Canada, 445% more than France, and 422% more on average compared to other countries. That means if a drug costs $100 in Canada, it could cost $424 in the U.S.! This makes it hard for people to afford medicines like insulin, which some in Hawley’s state of Missouri can’t even buy.
Who’s to Blame? Big Pharma and PBMs
Senator Hawley points the finger at PBMs, which are companies that manage drug benefits for health plans. He spoke to a representative from PCMA, the largest group of PBMs, and asked why prices are so high. The PCMA rep said PBMs help lower costs by negotiating with drug companies, but Hawley wasn’t buying it. He said PBMs are making billions—$7.3 billion in profits from 2017 to 2022, according to a government report—while patients suffer. He also said the biggest PBMs are owned by big insurance companies, creating a “pharma monopoly” that hurts us all.
The Impact: Pharmacies Closing, Patients Struggling
Hawley shared a sad story from Missouri: 73 independent pharmacies closed last year, and two whole counties now have zero pharmacies. He blames PBMs for this, saying they buy up pharmacies and give better deals to the ones they own. If patients don’t use a PBM-owned pharmacy, they have to pay more. This makes it harder for people to get their medicines, especially in rural areas.
Hawley shared a sad story from Missouri: 73 independent pharmacies closed last year, and two whole counties now have zero pharmacies. He blames PBMs for this, saying they buy up pharmacies and give better deals to the ones they own. If patients don’t use a PBM-owned pharmacy, they have to pay more. This makes it harder for people to get their medicines, especially in rural areas.
Hawley’s Solution: Break Up the Monopoly
Senator Hawley wants Congress to act. He says we need to break up the alliance between PBMs and insurance companies. He even suggested passing a law to stop PBMs from owning pharmacies. Hawley believes this will create more competition, lower drug prices, and help patients get the medicines they need without breaking the bank.
Senator Hawley wants Congress to act. He says we need to break up the alliance between PBMs and insurance companies. He even suggested passing a law to stop PBMs from owning pharmacies. Hawley believes this will create more competition, lower drug prices, and help patients get the medicines they need without breaking the bank.
Why This Matters to You
High drug prices affect all of us. If you or someone you love struggles to afford medicine, you know how tough it can be. Hawley’s fight is about making healthcare fairer and saving lives. In my YouTube video, I show a chart with the data (U.S. pays 324% more than Canada, 445% more than France, 422% more on average) and a powerful image of Hawley at the Capitol, surrounded by prescription bottles and a sign that says “Lower Drug Prices Now!” It’s a call to action we can’t ignore.
High drug prices affect all of us. If you or someone you love struggles to afford medicine, you know how tough it can be. Hawley’s fight is about making healthcare fairer and saving lives. In my YouTube video, I show a chart with the data (U.S. pays 324% more than Canada, 445% more than France, 422% more on average) and a powerful image of Hawley at the Capitol, surrounded by prescription bottles and a sign that says “Lower Drug Prices Now!” It’s a call to action we can’t ignore.
Watch the Video and Join the Conversation
I’d love for you to watch my video to learn more about this issue. Click [here]( https://youtu.be/ieg1xrEf3z0 ) to see Senator Josh Hawley in action, calling out Big Pharma and PBMs. After watching, let me know what you think in the comments on YouTube or here on my blog. Do you think drug prices are too high? What should Congress do? Your voice matters! And if you like the video, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe for more updates.
I’d love for you to watch my video to learn more about this issue. Click [here]( https://youtu.be/ieg1xrEf3z0 ) to see Senator Josh Hawley in action, calling out Big Pharma and PBMs. After watching, let me know what you think in the comments on YouTube or here on my blog. Do you think drug prices are too high? What should Congress do? Your voice matters! And if you like the video, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe for more updates.
A Quick Note from Me
As someone with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and developmental delays, I know how hard it can be to navigate big issues like this. That’s why I’m passionate about breaking it down in a simple way for all of us to understand. Thanks for reading, and let’s keep pushing for a better healthcare system together!
As someone with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and developmental delays, I know how hard it can be to navigate big issues like this. That’s why I’m passionate about breaking it down in a simple way for all of us to understand. Thanks for reading, and let’s keep pushing for a better healthcare system together!
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