08: The People vs Purdue Pharma | Dopesick

Duration: 1'02'11''

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Activists step up the pressure by taking action against Purdue Pharma and the Sacklers - and Richard Sackler's empire is finally in trouble as Rick and Randy find ways to bring their case forth.

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