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There are 1298 pharmaceutical "Lobbyists" in Washington DC. That equates to about 2 per member of congress and senate. Having such an effective voice, these voices, are going to get what they want. Donations by these to both parties, maintains their strength.

Oh, and not to forget, it was BAYER that patented and formulated H*roin, as opposed to the use of unproccesed op*um as a pain relief.

RIP Michael Jackson. He had a lot of demons, but is no different to anyone else. Think, River Phoenix, John Belushi, Heath Ledger, etc..