Santa Clara County Supervisor Sylvia Arenas' public criticism of the child welfare agency is a rare example of accountability in leadership, urging officials to be responsible without the usual decorum and politeness. This direct confrontation highlights the dissatisfaction among residents who want real solutions rather than empty rhetoric in public forums. Arenas' example could inspire other leaders to prioritize transparency and action over inertia and complacency.
The practices of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) have long been detrimental to independent pharmacies, according to a retired pharmacist's account. These middlemen allegedly prioritize their own fees over the wellbeing of pharmacies, forcing them to fill prescriptions at a loss. This situation, exacerbated by certain chains like CVS steering customers towards their own pharmacies via PBMs, raises concerns about fairness and accessibility in medication dispensing.
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