More big money from pharmaceutical lobby in 2008

By Mary Beth Lombardo

The economy may be sliding, but that hasn’t stemmed the high-rolling habits of Washington’s largest lobby. In 2007, as the Center recently r

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"… pharmaceutical industry — along with makers of medical devices and other health products — spent a record $189 million-plus on federal lobbying. Though the indus …"

Spending on lobbying thrives

By M. Asif Ismail

Drug and health products industries invest $182 million to influence legislation

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"… ngs Foundation. …"

"… howed that the manufacturers of pharmaceuticals, medical devices and other health products have spent at least $855 million on lobbying from 1998, through June last …"

"… ; According to the Center for Responsive Politics, the pharmaceutical/health products sector gave nearly $107 million in federal campaign contributions. More th …"

Prescription for power

By M. Asif Ismail

Drug makers' lobbying army ensures their legislative dominance

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"… e indicated with asterisks. (5/2/2006) …"

"… y review of lobbying records revealed. Drug companies and manufacturers of health products have used more professional lobbyists in the last six and a half years—a …"

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Pfizer spinoff Zoetis forms political committee

By Dave Levinthal

Pfizer animal health spinoff Zoetis forms PAC upon its stock exchange debut.

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"… etly entering the political arena, too. Zoetis Inc., which specializes in health products for pets and livestock, has created a political action committee it's call …"