Seems like something other states should get in on. Now that the program is established seems like it would not be as hard to pay into it and get a share of the product.

I know not every state can or are willing to do this

this kind of thing scales well, i see no reason why after california has it set up, other states couldn't get insulin from them, or chip in

contracting is an interesting choice of word since it could mean decreasing

I believe there are some restrictions on mailing insulin across the border due to regulations and customs laws. However, there might be ways around it if you're willing to do a little research and possibly pay extra fees.

couple of reddit threads suggest that this is something you can do, but you have to be evasive around american border guard later if you go in person

people have been crossing to canada for cheap insulin drugs, the same one made by the trioply insulin companies via driving. other healthcare options, like dental work or medical procedures, they will be seeking places like thailand, mexico, india(the cities that cater to medical tourism)

A lot of us would need financial sponsorship. So there'd be a literal financial drain on those economies.

I still would like to sign up.

Have you looked into what it takes to get a permanent visa to one of those countries? It’s not easy.

That's certainly how capitalism is marketed, isn't it?

Correct, but when it's already been established that people will pay those prices, they keep them high. So instead of going from $800 to $5 out of the goodness of their hearts, they go from $800 to $650 (number made up) to get more business but still make massive profits.

You'd THINK capitalism would cause that to happen, wouldn't you?

IIRC the insulin being sold now is manufactured differently and the patents are completely different anyway

But overall your point is good