Schools, Taxes and the New York Economy: An Economic Analysis of a Balanced Budget Alternative to the Governor’s School Aid Cuts

(Released April 24, 2003) A first-ever analysis of the economic impact of Governor Pataki’s proposed school aid cuts shows that those cuts are “job killers.” Restoring those cuts, even after taking into consideration the offsetting impact of an income tax increase to fund them, would be much better for the state’s economy in both the short-run and the long-run, according to this economic impact analysis. Click here to download the PDF....

800,001 Broken Promises: New Yorkers Still Waiting for Health Insurance Promised more than Three Years Ago

(Released April 1, 2003) On December 17, 1999 Governor Pataki announced agreement on “an historic health care initiative.” The Governor said: “This historic legislation will mean a healthier New York, providing the most comprehensive health care plan in the nation for those who need it most. Up to a million New Yorkers, many who work hard to provide a better life for their families, will now get the health insurance they need and deserve.” The Governor’s press release explained that...