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HEADLINES ON January 17, 2017
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- Headline: Tom Price's Battle Against Government Intrusion. Impact: Tom Price's appointment led to a butterfly effect where every doctor's appointment involved a half-hour discussion about government overreach and insurance loopholes. This culminated in a nationwide trend of patients bringing their own band-aids to avoid 'big pharma' fees.. Fact: Did you know that before politics, Tom Price was a doctor? So, obviously, he knows best about health care—just ask him!.
- Headline: Bulgaria's Positive Stance on the E.U.. Impact: Bulgaria's cheerleading for the E.U. created a ripple effect where other countries started realizing that complaining doesn't actually change anything. This led to the formation of the 'Complaints Anonymous' support group, helping citizens deal with their dissatisfaction in a productive way.. Fact: Fun fact: Bulgaria has one of the oldest countries in Europe, yet they still managed to find time to appreciate the E.U. between dodging the 'big government' drama!.
- Headline: A Return to Guadeloupe: Tropical Life, French-Style. Impact: The food traveler's return to Guadeloupe prompted a culinary craze across the globe, leading to the unexpected rise of 'French-Caribbean fusion' as the next big thing, which ultimately resulted in some truly questionable food pairings (think jerk chicken croissants).. Fact: Did you know that the Caribbean's cuisine is so good that people often forget they’re in a tropical paradise and not just a gourmet restaurant? Bon appétit!.