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DTC tax deductions back on the chopping block—and this time, the ax might just fall

The new Senate is once again sharpening its ax to cut pharma’s DTC advertising tax deduction. But this time, the measure is backed by a powerhouse group of well-known Democrats, including several who’ve said they’re interested in becoming the party’s 2020 presidential nominee. The reintroduced three-page bill would amend the IRS tax code to remove the full… Read More »

How to Get Back in Shape after the Holidays

The holidays are such a joyful, festive time and everybody just wants to relax and have a good time. You’re with your family and friends, opening gifts, singing songs and eating all the food in the world. And the food… Let’s just say Christmas is not the time you’ll make fat-free mashed potatoes. All of… Read More »

Scaling Back: A New Policy Disagreement Between Clinton and Sanders: Soda Taxes

Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders have a new issue to disagree about: the wisdom of a soda tax. A tax on sugary soft drinks, like the one proposed in Philadelphia and endorsed by Mrs. Clinton last week, divides the left. It can be seen as achieving an admirable public health goal of less sugar consumption… Read More »