June 2010
June 28, Kansas City Star
Robert Byrd, Senate's Elder Statesman, is Dead
Professor Jeremy Mayer comments on the transformation in Senator Byrd's career.
June 9, Washington Post
Candidates Push Jobs Message Even Though It's Mostly Beyond Power of Local Offices
Professor Stephen Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis, comments on candidates for local offices having limited power to create jobs.
June 8, Washington Post
Five Republican Primaries Beckon Voters
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the GOP primaries in Virginia.
June 7, WTOP
11th Congressional Primary Watched as Bellwether
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the 11th Congressional district race in Virginia.
June 7, Washington Times
Virginia GOP Looks for Rebound
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the GOP establishment in upcoming primaries.
June 4, 9NewsNow
Republicans Hope 11th District Primary Is Step Toward Congressional Control
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the 11th District Primary in Virginia between Keith Fimian and Pat Herrity. Watch Now.
June 3, Washington Post
D.C Area's April Unemployment Down to 5.9%; Net Job Gain of 5,800 Tops in U.S.
Professor Stephen Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis, comments on the spreading recovery.
May 2010
May 30, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
'Getting it' Yet?
Professor Mark Rozell comments on how the GOP may need to be cautious if it achieves big gains.
May 29, Politico
Clinton 'whiff of scandal' Returns
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the administration's involvement with Rep. (D-Pa.) Joe Sestak.
May 28, Washington Post
UVA Goes to Court to Fight Cuccinelli's Subpoena of Ex-Professor's Documents
Professor Mark Rozell notes that First Amendment scholars will closely follow the situation involving the Virginia Attorney General and University of Virginia.
May 26, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
House Republicans Invite Public Input Via Website
Professor Mark Rozell discusses House Republicans carefully listening to their district constituents.
May 25, Associated Press
In Allen's Book, Sports is Allegory for Politics
Professor Mark Rozell comments on former Virgina Senator George Allen's new book and possible future in politics.
May 22, Time
Bob McDonnell in Va.: From Conservative to Pragmatist
Professor Mark Rozell comments on how Governor McDonnell works to gain mainstream appeal.
May 19, Roll Call
United-Continental Merger May Face Bumpy Rice On Hill
Professor Kenneth Button, director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management, comments on the airlines merger.
May 19, Examiner
Metro Area to See New Wave of Foreclosures on Property
Professor Stephen Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis, comments on an expected new wave of foreclosures.
May 18, WTOP (103.5 FM)
Local Housig Market Improves
Professor and deputy director of the Center for Regional Analysis John McClain comments on the decreasing amount of homes on the market.
May 16, Arutz Sheva
Obama Losing the 'G-d Vote', Backer Chaim Saban Losing Sleep
Professor Mark Rozell comments on voters and religion in the 2008 election.
May 11, Maclean's
Living in Terror
Alumnus (PhD '02) George Michael, a political science professor at the University of Virginia's College at Wise, discusses increased security measures.
May 9, The National
Coffee Party Brews Up Alternative
Professors Mark Rozell and Jeremy Mayer discuss the influence of the Coffee Pary and the Tea Party.
May 6, ABC7 News (WJLA)
On Your Side: Airport Security Concerns
Professor Kenneth Button, director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management, comments on the policy of allowing metal utensils at airport restaurants and the perception of security.
May 6, Daily Caller
GOP Opponent Recalls Being Accussed of Closet Liberalism in Primary Fight with Now-Democratic Florida Candidate Jeff Greene
Professor David Armor is asked to recall the 1982 GOP congressional primary race he ran and won against Jeff Greene. Armor discusses Greene, now running in Florida as a Democrat, accusing him of being a closet radical in 1982.
May 3, WTOP (103.5 FM)
Va. Towns Hope for Turnout in Local Elections
Professor Mark Rozell comments on when elections are held and the turnout.
April 2010
April 23, Business Journal
Delta Stirs Cincinnati Firms' Ire
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) comments on airport hubs and feeder services.
April 23, Reforma
Sugieren a Mexico Apertura de Cielos
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) discusses the benefits of competition in the Mexican airline industry.
April 19, New York Times
Europe To Ease Aviation Ban, Among Criticism
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) comments on countries and governments accepting responsibility for airline travel.
April 15, Law360
US Air, United Merger Could Take Flight 2nd Time Around
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) discusses possible airline mergers and regulations.
April 14, Roanoke Times
Airline Merger May Mean Little Here
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) discusses possible consequences of airline mergers and economics.
April 11, BBC News
More Tax Powers Could Boost Growth Says Reform Scotland
The article cites Professor Andrew Hughes Hallett as one of Scotland's leading academics and economists and discusses his recommendations for Scotland to have power over its taxes.
April 9, NBC4
McDonnell's Political Two-Step
Professor Mark Rozell comments on Governor McDonnell's procalmation of April Confederate History Month in Virgina and the Governor's omission of slavery as part of Virginia's confederate history.
April 9, 9NewsNow
Could McDonnell's Blunder Hurt His Political Future?
Professor Jeremy Mayer comments on Governor McDonnell's apology for his omission of slavery in his procalmation of April Confederate History Month in Virgina.
April 8, Chicago Business (Crain Communication)
United-US Airway Combo Would Test Antitrust Climate
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) discusses short-term and long-term growth for carriers.
April 7, Washington Post
Governor Declares Confederate History Month in Virginia
Professor Mark Rozell comments on Governor McDonnell appealing to conservative base.
April 7, France-Amerique
Polemique in Virginie sur la Commemoration du Passe Sudiste
This article cites Professor Mark Rozell's comments, which appear in the April 7 issue of the Washington Post, on Gov. Bob McDonnell appealing to conservative base.
April 4, AOL News
Congressman in Trouble After Health Care Vote
Professor Mark Rozell discusses the 11th Congressional District of Virginia and whether the district may move back to the Republicans in the future.
April 3, Fox News
Ex-Lawmakers Line Up to Run for Old Jobs in 2010 Election
Professor Jeremy Mayer comments on candidates with a built-in fundraising base.
April 2, NewsHours (PBS)
U.S. Adds 162,000 Jobs; Unemployment Rate Remains 9.7%
Professor Stephen Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis, discusses the increase in jobs and the benefit of census workers.
April 2, Wall Street Journal
Ford Press Secretary Made News Himself
Professor Mark Rozell comments on President Gerald Ford's first press secretary Jerald terHorst and the effect of his resignation. Mr. terHorst died on Wednesday, March 31, 2010.
March 2010
March 25, WTOP
Regional Economic Check-up
Professor Stephen Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis, discusses the housing market and the economy.
March 24, Washington Post
Washington Area Population Rises Faster Than Other Regions
Professor and deputy director of the Center for Regional Analysis John McClain discusses people moving to the region for employment.
March 24, WTOP
Region grows: Nearly 5.5 million now live here
Professor and deputy director of the Center for Regional Analysis John McClain comments on what draws people to the Washington, D.C. region.
March 23, WTOP
Blizzards Put a Freeze on Home Sales
Professor and deputy director of the Center for Regional Analysis John McClain comments on the effect the winter weather has had on home sales in the Washington, D.C. area.
March 21, Chicago Sun-Times
Panel Criticizes Obama's Handling of Black Agenda
Professor Michael Fauntroy comments during a panel discussion focused on African-American concerns. The event at Chicago State University was organized by talk show host Tavis Smiley and included the Reverend Jesse Jackson.
March 15, Fox 5
More Foreclosures Expected Nationwide
Professor Stephen Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis, discusses the housing market.
March 11, Kojo Nnamdi Show
An Ethically-Challenged Capital City?
Professor Janine Wedel discusses her new book, Shadow Elite, and participates in a panel discussion about ethical issues.
March 11, WAMU
Gridlock, on Highways and In Capitol, Causes Rift in GOP
Professor Mark Rozell discusses transportation, taxes, and political parties.
March 8, WTOP
Local Counties Make List of Top 25 Richest in U.S.
Professor Stephen Fuller, director of the Center for Regional Analysis, discusses the local counties on the list, duel incomes, and unemployment.
March 2, Arkansas Democrat Gazette
Witness: District's Race Ration Balanced
Professor David Armor, an expert witness at the hearing concerning the Pulaski County Special School District (PCSSD) desegregation case, testifies that PCSSD has met the requirements to be declared desegregated.
March 1, New York Times
Taxes and Fees Grow for Air Traveler
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and Director of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) comments on the accountability of how taxes and fees for air travel are used.
March 1, Washington Post
Apartment Developer AvalonBay Focuses on Renters in Their 20s
The Center for Regional Analysis, directed by Professor Stephen Fuller, estimates a net gain of jobs in 2010 in the region.
February 2010
February 27, BusinessWeek
Pelosi Confronts Racial, Power Issues in Rangel Ethics Dilemma
Professor Michael Fauntroy comments on whether or not Representative Charles Rangel will become an issue in the fall elections.
February 25, Liberian Journal
AG John S. Morlu II-Liberia’s Best Corruption Remedy Yet
The article discusses Alumnus (ICP '97) John Morlu who is the Auditor General for Liberia.
February 23, Arkansas Leader
Judge Will Set a New Hearing for School Case
Professor David Armor comments on the Pulaski County Special School District desegregation plan.
February 22, WTOP
Commercial Real Estate Problems
Professor Stephen Fuller comments on commercial real estate.
February 21, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
State's Heavyweight Political Clout Growing Thin
Professor Mark Rozell comments on legislators from Pennsylvania and their influence.
February 21, WTOP
D.C., Md., Va. trying to lure Northrop
Professor Stephen Fuller comments on Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia's attempt to lure Northrop Grumman which is looking to relocate its headquarters to the area.
Februray 19, La Voz de Houston (Houston Chronicle Spanish edition)
Pocos hispanos en las cúpulas militares
Professor David Armor comments on Hispanic representation in the United States military.
February 15, Federal News Radio (1500 AM)
Telework Centers Offer Alternative Workspace for Feds
Patricia Peacock, director of SPP's Prince William Mason Enterprise Center, discusses the benefits of its Mason Telework Center and how federal employees were able to continue working even with the snow storms.
February 15, Washington Post
Washington Area Sees Best and Worst of Recession
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller discusses the gains and losses in the job market.
February 13, Tribuna Liberal, Ecuador (in Spanish)
Eficiencia en la Politica Publica del Transporte con Henry Vega
PhD Student Henry Vega discusses the potential of congestion pricing to mitigate transportation problems affecting Ecuador's largest cities.
February 9, Vancouver Sun
McCain Facing Stiff Challenge to Hold On To His Senate Seat
Professor Mark Rozell comments on a segment of the conservative movement.
February 8, American Dream (PressTV)
Obama Unveils $3.8 Trillion Budget
Professor Zoltan Acs comments on President Obama's proposed $3.8 Trillion Budget and the deficit.
February 7, Guardian
Greece's Financial Crisis Puts the Future of the Euro in Question
Professor and director of the Center for Global Policy Jack Goldstone's views appearing in Foreign Affairs about the European Union are cited.
February 3, The National
Obama Finds Enemy on Court Bench in Battle over Election Campaign Funds
Professor Mark Rozell discusses President Obama’s criticism of the Supreme Court decision concerning campaign funding.
February 1, WFPL News (89.3 FM)
High Speed Rail: Too Costly or Imperative?
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and Director of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) discusses the costs of high speed rail.
February 1, American Dream (PressTV)
The State of the Union/Obama and the Middle Class
Professor Susan Tolchin comments on President Obama's State of the Union address.
January 2010
January 28, The Dylan Ratigan Show (MSNBC)
Seeing is Believing: Scotus Judge Shakes Head at Obama Comment
Professor Janine Wedel discussed her new book, Shadow Elite: How the World's New Power Brokers Undermine Democracy, Government and the Free Market.
January 25, American Dream (PressTV)
Obama and the Latest Poll
Professor Jessica Heineman-Pieper comments on President Obama's campaign promises and his ratings in the latest poll.
January 21, Fox News
Parties Revise Their Campaign Playbooks to Include Brown Strategy
Professor Jeremy Mayer discusses the recent Massachusetts Senate election and strategies by Republicans and Democrats.
January 20, Kojo Nnamdi Show (WAMU)
Virginia Offshore Drilling
Professor Frank Manheim comments on Virginia offshore drilling.
January 19, Washington Post
D.C. Regional Task Force Tackling Minority Unemployment Problem
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller discusses the possibility of the region losing retail jobs.
January 18, News Channel 8
Foreign Investors Boost D.C. Real Estate Market
Professor and deputy director of the Center for Regional Analysis John McClain discusses the resilience and stability of the region's economy.
January 18, WTOP
Recovery Coming?
Professor Stephen Fuller comments on the status of jobs and the commercial real estate bubble.
January 15, Washington Business Journal
D.C. Region's Economy Likely Shrunk in 2009
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller and Professor and deputy director of CRA John McClain discuss the regional economy and residential market at the annual Greater Washington Economic Conference.
January 14, Washington Post
Kaine and Virginia Politics Share Blame for His Failures
Professor Mark Rozell discusses how transportation is a volatile issue for Virginia.
January 14, WTOP
Refinancings and Foreclosures
Professor John McClain comments on refinancing and foreclosures.
January 14, The Economist
Crying for Freedom
George Mason University's State Fragility Index, developed by School of Public Policy Professors Jack Goldstone and Monty Marshall, is discussed in this feature article on trends in global democracy.
January 11, Virginian-Pilot
Appraising Kaine: A Term Marked By Tragedy, Economic Woes
Professor Mark Rozell comments on some of the difficulties during Governor Kaine's term in office.
January 5, NewsHours (PBS)
Obama: Intelligence Failures Allowed Attempted Plane Attack
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and Director of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) participates in the panel discussion hosted by Jim Lehrer about President Obama's response to the attempted attack.
January 5, WAMU
D.C. Won't Suffer if International Travel Declines
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and Director of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) comments on the possible effect of new rules for international travel.
January 4, USA Today
FAA and Taxpayers Prop Up Small, Little-Used Airports
Professor Kenneth Button (Director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics and Director of the Center for Aerospace Policy Management) comments on who benefits from the grants provided to airports owned by businesses.
January 3, Meet The Press
Brennan, Chertoff, Hayden, Roundtable
Professor Michael Hayden (Ret.General and former Head of CIA) discussess global security with former head of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff, Deputy National Security Advisor John Brennan, and David Gregory, host of Meet the Press.
January 2, Wall Street Journal
Blackwater Dismissal Risks Hurting Iraq Relations
Professor Janine Wedel comments on Blackwater and government contracting.