Todd Frankel

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springfield, virginia, united states

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The government is shut down over health care. But does insurance save lives?

Richard Kronick was feeling anxious. The respected health policy researcher in San Diego was about to publish a study that would propel him into the politically charged debate over who gets health insurance. Democracy Dies in Darkness The government is sh... See more

washingtonpost.com•Todd Frankel•Nov 9, 2025

Insurers placing big bets against Mother Nature's wrath - The Washington Post

It’s been a record year for placing bets against Mother Nature’s wrath — $18.6 billion and counting. Democracy Dies in Darkness As hurricane season heats up, insurers look to share risk with Wall Street Catastrophe bonds hit new highs as insurance compani... See more

washingtonpost.com•Todd Frankel•Sep 25, 2025

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