Following are highlights of national news coverage that Mason’s School of Public Policy received over the summer and the beginning of this academic year.

September 8, Minnesota Public Radio
Obama's Back to School Message Sparks a Battle
Professor Michael Fauntroy is a panelist on the radio show and discusses the back-to-school message controversy.

September 8, Fox News
Obama Betting Magnetism Enough to Counter Health Care Reform Opposition
Professor Jeremy Mayer comments on the approach President Obama may take when addressing the joint session of Congress with Americans watching.

September 8, Washington Post
Federal Hiring Boom Would Benefit D.C. Area
Professor John McClain, senior fellow at the Center for Regional Analysis, discusses the projected job loss and gains over the next few years in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan region.

September 5, Associated Press
Some Catholic Bishops Question Gov't Health Care
Professor Mark Rozell notes that there will be disagreement on all issues among the Catholic bishops.

August 31, UPI
Impact of Thesis on McDonnell Unclear
Professor Mark Rozell discusses the questions raised by gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell’s master's thesis and the effect it may have on the campaign.

August 17, Tampa Tribune
Experts: Health Reform Anger Stems from Racism, Partisanship
Professor Susan Tolchin comments on the anger about health reform and whether the anger is genuine or manipulated.

August 11, WTOP
Virginia Home Sales Increase in July
Professor John McClain notes that home sales are up in Northern Virginia and prices are stabilizing.

August 10, Associated Press
Deeds Attacks McDonnell on Abortion Issues
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the necessity to find a balance with the electorate when discussing issues.

July 30, Great Falls Tribune (Montana)
Study: River Drive North Would Be Safer If Moved South
A study by School of Public Policy Transportation for Policy, Organization, and Logistics Program students provides recommendations to a policy coordinating committee that makes local transportation decisions in Montana. SPP student Christopher Dorrington, the project coordinator, is quoted throughout the article.

July 29, CNN's American Morning
Obama, Professor and Police
Professor Michael Fauntroy discusses the possibilities of a "teachable moment" concerning the Gates-Crowley incident and aftermath.

July 26, BusinessWeek
Skilled Immigrants on Why They're Leaving the U.S.
Professor David Hart, co-author of a new Small Business Administration report, discusses the role that immigration policies have on American entrepreneurship.

July 24, Richmond Times-Dispatch
Real Estate Market Starts to Improve in Richmond, Elsewhere
Professor and senior fellow of the Center for Regional Analysis John McClain notes that economic indicators are beginning to show improvements.

July 23, Asia Chronicle
China Needs to Invest in Itself
Professor Ramkishen Rajan's book, Asia in the Global Economy, is cited in Robert Tenorio's commentary about China's economy.

July 20, Politico
Washington Doesn't Feel the Pinch of the Recession
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller says the federal government is a bit of a safety net for the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.

July 17, Washington Post
Thousands Jam Job Fair to Apply for Federal Government Openings
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller comments on qualifications for federal jobs and the unemployed.

July 8, Daily News (Sri Lanka)
Evaluating McNamara
Professor Susan Tolchin's review of an earlier book about Robert McNamara and the reaction it caused is recalled by the journalist of the article.

July 2, Washington Post
Federal Agencies Could Add 120,000 Area Jobs
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller comments on unemployment and job growth.

June 28, Washington Journal (C-SPAN)
A Look at the Continuing Situation in Iran
Professor Jack A. Goldstone discusses the Iranian Revolution as a guest on C-SPAN's Sunday morning program.

June 28, Washington Post
For GOP, Taxes Retain Potency
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the economy and the Virginia governor’s race.

June 28, Real Clear Politics
Press Draws First Blood on Their Turf
Professor Mark Rozell comments on planted questions and press conferences.

June 25, The National (Abu Dhabi)
Obama's Comments Underscore the Diplomatic Challenges Ahead
Professor Mark Rozell discusses President Obama's recent comments about the violence in Iran.

June 25, Cananda.com (Canwest)
Governor's Amorous Adventure Latest Blow to Reeling GOP
Professor Mark Rozell comments on future presidential candidates for the GOP.

June 24, Washington Post
Bet on Neda's Side
Professor Jack Goldstone's study of revolutions and regime change is cited in David Ignatius's op-ed.

June 24, Washington Post
Outlook Swings toward Optimism for Some Area Executives
Professor John McClain comments on the region's jobless rate and business expansion.

June 23, Associated Press
Foreign Officers Help Fight Smuggling at U.S. Ports
Professor Louise Shelley comments on long-term partnerships and networks to crackdown on smuggling.

June 23, Associated Press
SC Governor to Return to Work after Mystery Trip
Professor Mark Rozell comments on South Carolina Governor Mark Sanford's five-day absence and unknown whereabouts.

June 23, Politico
Is Obama a Coward or Wisely Cautious?
Professor Jeremy D. Mayer writes about the criticism President Obama is receiving from the right wing for his response to the Iranian election.

June 23, Washington Examiner
NTSB Warnings about Old Cars Underscored in Crash
Professor Kenneth Button comments on transportation systems needing to be upgraded or replaced.

June 19, Al-Hayat
Events in Iran Raise Questions over U.S. Engagement Strategy with Tehran
Professor Jack A. Goldstone is cited extensively in an article in Al-Hayat, the leading international Arab language newspaper, on U.S. policy toward Iran in the wake of postelection protests.

June 15, BBC World Radio Service
Professor Jack A. Goldstone was interviewed to discuss the potential for civil unrest in developing countries as a consequence of the global financial crisis.

June 11, Time
Can Deeds Keep the Party Going in Virginia?
Professor Mark Rozell comments on Creigh Deeds’s race for governor.

June 11, Washington Post
Deeds's Victory Renews McDonnell Rivalry—With a Difference
Professor Mark Rozell is asked about the 2005 election between Creigh Deeds and Bob McDonnell and its affect on the current race.

June 10, Bloomberg
Senator Deeds Defeats McAuliffe in Virginia Governor's Primary
Professor Susan Tolchin is quoted about the primary win and Virginia's voters.

June 10, Washington Post
Virginia Politics—Four Primary Lessons
Professor Mark Rozell offers four lessons to take away from the recent primary.

June 9, Time
Will Dems (and McAuliffe) Buck Tradition in Virginia?
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the Virginia Democratic primary for governor.

June 5, Politico
Campaigns Flying Blind in Virginia
Professor Mark Rozell predicts low voter turnout in the Virginia primary.

June 3, The Voice (Teachers College Record and After Ed)
The Voice talks to David Armor about his research in school achievement gaps and family factors. Watch the video.

June 1, Washington Post
Job That's a Heartbeat from the Top Isn't on Many Va. Minds
Professor Mark Rozell discusses the importance of the lieutenant governor post in Virginia.