Single Payer: The Single Path

Yes, universal coverage is the goal. But there’s no logical way to get there except single payer. A response to Harold Pollack.

By Marcia Angell

Winter 2018, No. 47 – 9 MIN READ

Can We Pay for Single Payer?

Bernie Sanders has announced a bold plan. It's a huge step in the right direction, but making it workable won’t be easy.

By Dean Baker

September 14, 2017, 12:00 pm – 22 MIN READ

Single Payer Is Not a Principle

The principle is universal coverage. There are a number of ways to get there. We need to remember this.

By Harold Pollack

Fall 2017, No. 46 – 30 MIN READ