David SandmanYou Win Some, You Lose Some: Hits and Misses in New York’s BudgetNew York State passed its $237 billion fiscal year 2025 budget over the weekend, after lengthy negotiations, an eclipse, and an earthquake…4 min read·Apr 25, 2024----
David SandmanSaving Lives: Steps Forward and Steps BackwardIf you know someone who’s died of a drug overdose, you are far from alone. A new study from the esteemed RAND Corporation is shocking; it…3 min read·Feb 27, 2024----
David SandmanSummer Looks a Little Brighter for New York FamiliesNew York City finally got its first significant snowfall in nearly two years. Up in Buffalo, the NFL postponed the Bills playoff game given…3 min read·Jan 22, 2024----
David SandmanA Wish List for 2024As we turn the page on 2023, I’m looking ahead to a better 2024. I’m sure we all hope for the same big things: a less divided, more…3 min read·Dec 14, 2023----
David SandmanGiving Thanks in Turbulent TimesThe news is depressing to read. Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. Climate disasters. A dysfunctional Congress, with another government…4 min read·Nov 15, 2023----
David SandmanWhat’s Cooking in Salt CityI was recently in Syracuse with the New York Health Foundation’s Board of Directors and staff. Our visit was an opportunity to learn more…4 min read·Oct 26, 2023----
David SandmaninLong COVID ConnectionThe Long Shadow of COVIDAfter a summer where it felt like the COVID-19 pandemic was truly behind us, we’re seeing an uptick in cases. Fortunately, we’re nowhere…4 min read·Sep 18, 2023--3--3
David SandmanThe Persistent Injustice of Medical DebtMedical debt has been a persistent and pervasive scourge in this country, sometimes described as a “uniquely American injustice.” Where…3 min read·Aug 24, 2023--2--2
David SandmanRoutine Health Care Is Supposed to Be EasyFrom time to time in this space, I share a personal or family story about encounters with health care to illustrate broader points. Here we…3 min read·Jul 17, 2023----
David SandmanNot Ready: The Trust Stockpile Is BareEveryone is sick and tired (literally and metaphorically) of worrying and talking about COVID-19. It disrupted daily life for more than…4 min read·Jun 29, 2023----