Sarah Connor

Senior Policy Analyst

MPP, Commonwealth University

15+ years experience

Sarah Connor is a Senior Policy Analyst with fifteen years of dedicated experience in the complex landscape of veterans' benefits policy. Her career began after earning her Master of Public Policy from Commonwealth University, where her thesis focused on the socio-economic impacts of veterans' healthcare legislation. She previously served as a key analyst at the National Veterans Advocacy Group, contributing to significant legislative reform efforts, and later as a senior consultant for Sentinel Policy Solutions, advising government agencies and non-profits. Sarah's primary focus is on tracking and interpreting legislative changes that directly impact disability compensation, mental health services, and overall healthcare access for former service members. Her notable achievement includes her comprehensive analysis of the "Veterans' Policy Review" journal, which became a standard reference for legal professionals. Sarah's professional philosophy centers on demystifying policy jargon to empower veterans and their advocates. Readers can expect her articles to provide clear, actionable insights into the latest policy updates, potential impacts, and strategies for navigating evolving regulations.

Articles by Sarah Connor

Policy Updates

VA Benefits: 2026 Reforms Promise Clarity

For too many veterans, understanding and accessing their entitled benefits updates remains an unnecessarily complex and frustrating ordeal. I’ve seen firsthand how this labyrinthine system…

Sarah Connor · · 9 min read
Policy Updates

Veterans: VA Policy Failures in 2026

The sheer volume of misinformation surrounding veterans’ issues is staggering, often obscuring the real impact of legislation and administrative decisions. That’s precisely why focusing on…

Sarah Connor · · 10 min read
Policy Updates

Veterans: Tracking Policy Changes in 2026

Understanding and analyzing legislation affecting veterans requires a methodical approach, especially given the dynamic nature of policy. From new benefits to changes in healthcare access,…

Sarah Connor · · 10 min read