1. Why doesn’t the United States have a formal drug policy?

2. Why would pharmaceutical companies choose to raise prices in direct contradiction to the President’s request to hold them level?

3. Is there a conflict of interest in the relationship between pharmaceutical companies and the PBM’s? Why or why not?

4. Which of the three key factors supporting high drug prices is the least ethical? Explain your reasoning and propose a practical solution.

5. Should other states follow the example of Minnesota and start to challenge the drug companies in court? Why or why not?

6. Do you think consumers will be able to bring about change on this issue? Why or why not?