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The democratic divide, Oxycontin addiction, word aversion and 'moist'
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May 9, 2016
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The democratic divide, Oxycontin addiction, word aversion and 'moist'

How will the Democratic nominee bridge the divide? Problems that may have led to Oxycontin becoming addictive, why 'moist' might be the most cringe-inducing word.

The opioid crisis is so challenging because the drugs are being prescribed for legitimate reasons.
The opioid crisis is so challenging because the drugs are being prescribed for legitimate reasons.
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How will the Democratic nominee bridge the divide? Problems that may have led to Oxycontin becoming addictive, why 'moist' might be the most cringe-inducing word.

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