Welcome batch 2011 of 1pol1, 1pol2, and 1pol3. The topics covered by this debate generally include those on public policy, international relations, and political economy. All of which are foundation areas of the discipline of political science.
Generic drugs are currently flooding the Philippine pharmaceutical market. It holds several socio-economic implications for the common Filipino consumer. As students of political science, what policies do you think should the Philippine government adopt regarding the proliferation of generic drugs? Why should generic drugs be banned or strictly controlled by the state? How does the proliferation of generic drugs to the Philippine economy? How about to the Philippine's relationships with other states? (Give answers that are politically/policy aligned.)
Your task is to read the article provided in the link below and give your comments about the article's topic or answer any of the guide questions. By your own initiative, you may post your own personal insights regarding the topic.
This discussion is public, your comments can and will be viewed by your fellow students (not just your classmates), other professors, and even administrators. The purpose of this is for you to have a chance to have your ideas voiced out to the world.
Post your comments, and queries at the COMMENT AREA of this BLOG below.
When you make your posts, remember to use the username syntax
First name Surname Section
since you will be graded for this. Points will go to your class participation debate requirement. Participants who contribute essential ideas to this activity/online discussion will be given appropriate high points.
Here's the Link = CFR-The Debate Over Generic-Drug Trade
Note: Check the reference below, it also serves as a sample when you cite online articles in your future papers.
Reference:
Johnson, T. (2011, August 3). The Debate Over Generic-Drug Trade. Retrieved August 15, 2011, from Council on Foreign Relations: http://www.cfr.org/drugs/debate-over-generic-drug-trade/p18055