One of the underpinnings of a capitalistic system is the notion of perfect information. The theory is that if consumers have complete information about a product — price, quality, etc. — they will be better able to make purchasing choices. On the flip side, companies that provide the best products for the best price will survive and thrive.
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In Our View: Information Deprivation
State Senate's denial of public access to health insurance data is deplorable
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