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Following are highlights of national news coverage that members of Mason’s School of Public Policy have received from October 9 to November 6.
November 6, Tavis Smiley Show (Public Radio International)
GOP Victories
Professor Michael Fauntroy discusses the November 3 elections and shares his perspective on the results.
November 6, Online NewsHour (PBS.org)
U.S. Jobless Rate Hits 10.2%, Highest in 26 Years
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller talks about the unemployment figures and what they indicate for economic recovery.
November 4, Plain Dealer (Cleveland)
Talk of Continental, United Merger Renews Questions for Cleveland Hub
Professor Kenneth Button, director of the Center for Aerospace Policy and Management, and director of the Center for Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics, discusses the possible merger of Continental and United Airlines and its outcomes.
November 4, Washington Post
Kaine's Legacy: Agenda Flagging but Not Ratings
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the significance of Virginia electing a Republican to follow Governor Kaine and how it will probably affect current initiatives.
November 4, China View
Obama, Democrats Tested in 2009 Election
Professor Mark Rozell discusses the competitiveness of the Republican party in Virginia and President Obama's promises and accomplishments.
November 3, CNN
Analysis: Anger, Frustration Fuel Election Day 2009
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the significance of Republicans being elected in Virginia.
November 3, Fairfax Times
McDonnell Elected Virginia Governor
Professor Mark Rozell comments on how the Deeds campaign was run.
November 2, NewsChannel 8
Polls Show Virginia Republican Candidates Lead in 3 Statewide Races
Professor Mark Rozell mentions either a Republican or Democrat can be elected in the state depending on the year, the economy, and the campaign strategy.
November 2, National Post
Stakes High for Obama, Democrats in Trio of Off-Year Elections
Professor Mark Rozell discusses what the outcomes of the elections might mean for Democrats.
October 30, WTOP Radio
McDonnell Still Leads; Deeds Gets More Obama Help
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the effect a letter from President Obama will have on the Virginia gubernatorial election.
October 28, Fox-5
Pres. Obama Campaigns for Creigh Deeds
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the Virginia gubernatorial election and whether President Obama's visit to Virginia will make a difference.
October 28, Bloomberg.com
Obama Makes Another Effort to Keep Virginia in Democratic Camp
Professor Mark Rozell comments on President Obama's visit to Virginia to help Creigh Deeds in the gubernatorial election.
October 27, Fairfax Times
George Mason's Fuller: Economy Showing Signs of Improvement
Professor and director of the Center for Regional Analysis Stephen Fuller discusses the economy in detail.
October 27, Fairfax Times
Gubernatorial Campaigns Hit the Home Stretch
Professor Mark Rozell talks about the Virginia gubernatorial campaign strategies and the polls.
October 25, CNN
Governors’ Races Serve as Early Test for Obama, Democratic Control
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the competitiveness of the Republican ticket in Virginia and the national message a victory might mean for the party.
October 24, CNN
FBI: Mobster More Powerful than Gotti
Professor Louise Shelley discusses major criminal organizations in Russia.
October 23, Washington Post
Czar Trouble
Professor James Pfiffner testifies before the Committee of Homeland Security and Government Affairs on the history and current use of policy czars to manage government.
October 23, Tavis Smiley Show (Public Radio International)
Ethics Investigation
Professor Michael Fauntroy discusses Representative Charles Rangel’s ethics investigation.
October 22, Washington Post
Cuccinelli: In Your Heart, You Know He's to the Right of Right
Professor Mark Rozell discusses how Ken Cuccinelli might be able to ride to victory on the coattails of Bob McDonnell.
October 22, Time
Senators Take on Obama's Czars
Professor James Pfiffner discusses the history, definition, and role of policy czars used in presidential administrations.
October 21, Ottawa Citizen (CANWEST)
Obama Accused of Using Nixon-Like Techniques
Professor Mark Rozell suggests that the Obama-Nixon analogy is not convincing. He notes that how presidents handle criticism can be important in shaping public perception.
October 17, Newsweek
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the difficulties facing Creigh Deeds's campaign.
October 16, Daily Press (Associated Press)
Attorney General Hopefuls Offer Stark Contrast
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the general public's knowledge of the Virginia attorney general election.
October 13, Politico
Bob McDonnell’s Recast Image
Professor Mark Rozell writes about the political shift in Virginia.
October 13, WUSA9.com
Virginia Governor Kaine Tries to Stem Tide of Red
Professor Mark Rozell notes there is some concern within the Democratic party.
October 11, News Journal (Delaware Online)
Castle vs. Biden Could Be Contentious Senate Race
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the importance of the Delaware senatorial election.
October 9, National Post
A Nobel Peace Prize Given for Hope
Professor Mark Rozell comments on the significance of President Obama receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. |
