Michael Cannon

Michael Cannon

expert United States

Michael Cannon is the director of health policy studies at the Cato Institute, a libertarian think tank based in Washington, D.C. He is known for his expertise in health care policy, particularly regarding the implications of government intervention in the pharmaceutical market. Cannon has been vocal about the potential negative consequences of price control measures, arguing that similar policies in other sectors have historically led to shortages and inefficiencies.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
102,319
Power
6,491$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 6.00 0.03% +0% 331,002,651 102,319 $21,000,000 6,491$
Totals 1 331,002,651 102,319 $21,000,000 6,491$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Michael Cannon, Director of Health Policy Studies at the Cato Institute, stated that it is reasonable for taxpayers to insist that everyone in the Medicaid program who can contribute do so. 6

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United States United States: Michael Cannon, director of health policy studies at the Washington-based libertarian-leaning Cato Institute think tank, commented on the implications of price controls. 5

Fox News: President Donald Trump's effort to lower drug costs amounts to price control, expert says