Purdue Pharma’s Reckoning: $7.4 Billion Settlement Exposes the Toll of OxyContin

The Sackler family and Purdue Pharma’s controversial settlement brings financial reparations to opioid victims but shields billionaires from full accountability.

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Honey, let’s talk about a $7.4 billion slap on the wrist disguised as justice. The Sackler family, owners of Purdue Pharma, have finally agreed to a financial settlement over the devastating toll of their infamous product, OxyContin. But here’s the kicker: this historic payout comes with one glaring detail that has folks—rightfully—raising eyebrows. Not only does the settlement absolve the Sackler family of future civil litigation, but it also shines a spotlight on how money can buy you just about anything, including freedom from accountability.

So, what’s really going on here? Let’s dig into the mess, shall we?