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May 2008
Who's on First? Trying to Fix the Primary Calendar
The New York Times, April 30, 2008 Wednesday, 1207 words , By Katharine Q. Seelye
William Mayer, Associate Professor of Political Science at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about how to fix a long, grueling and perhaps problematic presidential primary system. Primary officials from both parties met at Harvard on Tuesday to discuss remedies.
www.nytimes.com/2008/04/30/us/politics/30web-seelye.html?_r=1&hp&oref=sloginObama, Clinton Messages Get lost in Shuffle of Long Campaign
Bloomberg, May 1, 2008 Thursday, 870 words , By Kristin Jensen
Alan Schroeder, Associate Professor of Journalism at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about the similar ideals of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton that sometimes get twisted by the media to generate news in this drawn-out primary season.
www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601101&sid=a92H70rFROfYThe Smiley Face Murders
CNN Video, May 1, 2008 Thursday, Anderson Cooper
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology, appeared on Anderson Cooper 360 Degrees to discuss a series of murders connected by smiley faces left at the crime scenes.
www.cnn.com/video/#/video/bestoftv/2008/05/02/cooper.jack.levin.killers.affl?iref=videosearchExposing Immigration Mythology
The St. Helena Star, May 1, 2008 Thursday, OP-ED, 603 words
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in a column about misconcieved notions regarding immigration
www.sthelenastar.com/articles/2008/05/01/opinion/commentary/doc481919de9931e759897117.txtRiot Unlikely
The Gazette, May 2, 2008 Friday, 865 words, By Roberto Rocha
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about the likelihood of another riot in Montreal as the Canadiens face elimination in the NHL playoffs.
www.canada.com/montrealgazette/news/story.html?id=c0346383-d383-4cf7-9304-33aa6d18c50c&k=41081Star power? Effect of Celebrity Support on Campaigns Is Not Clear
The Winston Salem Journal, May 3, 2008 Saturday, 421 words, By Micheal Hewlett
Alan Schroeder, Associate Professor of Journalism at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about the effect of celebrity endorsements on presidential campaigns.
www2.journalnow.com/content/2008/may/03/star-power-effect-of-celebrity-support-on-campaign/Teens will find summer job hunt
The Seattle Times and the Baltimore Sun, May 4, 2008 Sunday, 606 words, By Marisa P. Perotin, McClatchy and Tribune
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about how this summer's job market will be tough for teens.
www.baltimoresun.com/business/investing/bal-bz.ml.teens04may04,0,3210456.storyTeens Dig for Jobs
Inrich.com, May 4, 2008 Sunday, 1108 words, By Emily C. Dooley
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about teens looking for seasonal employment this year.
www.inrich.com/cva/ric/news.apx.-content-articles-RTD-2008-05-04-0142.htmlJoe Kennedy Still Has More Than $2 Million in Campaign War Chest
Worcester Telegram and Gazette, May 5, 2008 Monday, 530 words, By Matthew Huisman
John Portz, Professor and Chair of the Political Science Department at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about funds lingering in Joe Kennedy's campaign account despite the fact that he hasn't held elected office since 1999. Michael Dukakis, Distinguished Professor of Political Science at Northeastern, was also mentioned.
www.telegram.com/article/20080505/NEWS/805050373/1052/NEWSREWINDMurder Spike Causes Quandary
The Wall Street Journal, May 6, 2008 Tuesday, 986 words, By Gary Fields
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology, was quoted in an article that seeks to explain the reasons behind a murder wave in inner cities last month.
online.wsj.com/article/SB121003680507669489.html?mod=googlenews_wsjTeens Scoop Up Summer Jobs
The Syracuse Post-Standard, May 6, 2008 Tuesday, 418 words, By Charlay Hannagan
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies was cited in an article about how teens in Western New York will have more employment opportunities this summer than last. Around the country the teen employment is at its lowest rate since World War II
www.syracuse.com/articles/business/index.ssf?/base/news-14/1210064217298600.xml&coll=1Today in Congress
The Washington Post, May 6, 2008 Tuesday, 1913 words, Reuters
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, testified before the House Committee on Education and Labor during a hearing, titled "Do Federal Programs Ensure U.S. Workers Are Recruited First Before Employers Hire From Abroad?"
www.projects.washingtonpost.com/congress/activity/2008/may/06/Summer job outlook:could be tough for teens
The News and Advance, May 6, 2008 Tuesday, 1115 words, By Emily C. Dooley
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about a bleak outlook for teen jobs this summer.
www.newsadvance.com/lna/business/local/article/edooleysummer_job_outlook_could_be_tough_for_teensbiz/4633/Serial killer expert can see why police have 'person of interest'
The Metrowest Daily News, May 7, 2008 Wednesday, 707 words, By Jean Hodges
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about police identifying a suspect in the murders of three Worcester prostitutes.
www.metrowestdailynews.com/archive/x299933230/Serial-killer-expert-can-see-why-police-have-person-of-interestYMCA Committed to Teen Employment
The Swampscott Reader, May 7, 2008 Wednesday, 420 words, By Jennifer Fischer
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about the Marblehead-Swampscott YMCA's commitment to provide jobs for teens despite a national downward trend in teen employment this summer.
www.wickedlocal.com/swampscott/news/x1905570463/YMCA-committed-to-teen-employmentChelmsford Driver Turns Heads with One Smart Car
The Lowell Sun, May 10, 2008 Saturday, 1043 words, By Rita Savard
Barry Bluestone, Dean of Northeastern University's School of Social Sciences, was quoted in an article about Smart cars fuel prices.
http://www.lowellsun.com/todaysheadlines/ci_9218232Mark Bennett: Tightest Job Market in Years Means Some Teens May Miss Out on that Crucial Experience
Terre Haute Tribune-Star, Business, May 10, 2008 Saturday, 1318 words, By Mark Bennett
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in a column about the poor teen job market.
www.tribstar.com/opinion/local_story_131155327.htmlDo Madison Police Keep Too Tight a Lid on Information?
The Wisconsin State Journal, May 10, 2008 Saturday, 2465 words, By Karen Rivedal
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at Northeastern University, was quoted in a piece about unsolved murders in Madison and the police's reluctance to release any information on the cases.
www.madison.com/wsj/topstories/285793Tough Times for Youths Seeking Summer Jobs
Providence Journal, Business, May 11, 2008 Sunday, 868 words, By Andy Smith
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about how this summer's teen job market is projected to be the worst since World War II.
www.projo.com/business/content/JO_SUMMERJOBS_05-11-08_8AA0D0T_v14.289e352.htmlSummer Looks Bleak for Job Seekers in Central Florida
Orlando Sentinel, May 11, 2008 Sunday, 1053 words, By Christopher Boyd
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about the poor outlook for seasonal and entry level jobs this summer.
www.orlandosentinel.com/community/news/ucf/orl-entryjobs1108may11,0,6549341.storySummertime Blues
Allied News, May 12, 2008 Monday, 1299 words, By Mark Bennett
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in a column about the poor teen job market.
www.alliednews.com/statenews/cnhinsall_story_133100129.htmlSummer Jobs May be Pretty Scarce
Nashua Telegraph, May 12, 2008 Monday, 946 words, By Stacy Milboer
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is mentioned in an article about this summer's teen job market, which the article describes as "particularly bleak."
www.nashuatelegraph.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080512/COLUMNISTS14/252808932/-1/columnistsTough Life Lesson May Await Job-Seeking Teens
Bismarck Tribune, McClatchy Newspapers, May 12, 2008 Monday, 601 words, By Maria Perotin
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about how this year's teen job market is looking stark.
www.bismarcktribune.com/articles/2008/05/12/news/life/155173.txtTeens Work Hard to Find Jobs. The 2008 Outlook for Young Prospective Employees Looks Grim.
Fresno Bee, May 12, 2008 Monday, 623 words, By Robert Rodriguez
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about how this summer's teen employment rate is projected to be the lowest it's been since World War II.
www.fresnobee.com/business/story/594746.htmlOne House Committee Hears Testimony on Displaced American Workers; Another Grants 1,000 New Visas for Fashion Models
Right Side News, Fair Release, May 13, 2008 Tuesday, 1986 words
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in a blog about a House Education and Labor Committee hearing entitled "Do Federal Programs Ensure that U.S. Workers Are Recruited First Before Employers Hire From Abroad?"
www.rightsidenews.com/20080514938/border-and-sovereignty/us-immigration-legislative-update-may-13-2008.htmlClinton Insists Race Isn't Over
NECN, Video, May 14, 2008 Wednesday
Dan Kennedy, Assistant Professor of Journalism at Northeastern University, appeared on NECN to discuss the impact of Hillary Clinton's win in the West Virginia primary.
www.necn.com/Boston/Politics/Clinton-insists-race-isnt-over/1210771843.htmlPatriots Lawsuit Against Herald Appears Unlikely
The Boston Globe, Globe Staff, May 15, 2008 Thursday, 1099 words, By Matt Viser and Dan Aucoin
Liz Matson, Assistant Professor of Journalism at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about the Boston Herald's reportedly false story about the Patriots taping a St. Louis Rams practice before the 2002 Super Bowl.
www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2008/05/15/patriots_lawsuit_against_herald_appears_unlikely/My Virtual Summer Job
The Wall Street Journal and Yahoo! Finance, May 16, 2008 Friday, 412 words, By Alexandra Alter
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about teens making money in the virtual world by providing goods and services in digital fantasy worlds like Second Life.
biz.yahoo.com/wallstreet/080516/sb121088619095596515_id.html?.v=3Employers Urged to Find Summer Jobs for Youths
Worcester Telegram and Gazette, Telegram and Gazette Staff, May 16, 2008 Friday, 570 words, By Anna L. Griffin
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is mentioned in an article about a North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce presentation that stressed the importance of creating summer jobs for teens.
www.telegram.com/article/20080516/NEWS/805160363/1003/RSS01&source=rssTight Market: Summer Job Search May Prove Difficult for Teens
Daily Chronicle, Dekalb CO, Local News, May 16, 2008 Friday, 556 words, By Dana Herra
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about teens having trouble finding summer work
www.daily-chronicle.com/articles/2008/05/16/news/news02.txtAt a Loss
The Boston Globe, May 18, 2008 Sunday, 1228 words, By David Abel
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article that cites Center for Labor Market Studies research to show that Massachusetts residents are moving elsewhere to find jobs and it is not attracting enough new residents to make up for the loss.
www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2008/05/18/at_a_loss/Employment market tough for teens, report finds
Chicago Tribune, May 19, 2008 Monday, 782 words, By Tara Malone
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies was quoted in an article about a terrible outlook for teen summer employment. The article cites a bad economy and competition from adults and immigrants as reasons why teens can't find jobs.
www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-youth-joblessness-19-may19,0,4960360.storyIn Falling Economy, Teen Jobs get Scarce
The Denver Post, May 16, 2008 Friday, 755 words
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies was quoted in an article about the poor teen job market and the effect it has on the economy as a whole.
www.denverpost.com/ci_9305735Business Spotlight: In a Tight Job Market, Teens Should Leave the Tight Clothes at Home
Kitsap Sun, May 18, 2008 Sunday, 651 words, By Rachel Prichett
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about how teens can find jobs in a historically bad summer job market.
www.kitsapsun.com/news/2008/may/18/business-spotlight/Job 'experience' in the virtual world
The Charlotte Observer, May 18, 2008 Sunday, 196 words, The Wallstreet Journal
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about teens making money in the virtual world by providing goods and services in digital fantasy worlds like Second Life.
www.charlotte.com/business/moneywise/story/629180.htmlOur View: Closing the Job Skills Gap
The Salem News, May 20, 2008 Tuesday, 369 words, Overview
A state commissioned study by Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is mentioned in an article about vacant jobs and the education necessary to fill them.
www.salemnews.com/puopinion/local_story_140162907.html?keyword=secondarystoryTeens Face Tough Summer Job Hunt
Sauk Valley Gazette, May 19, 2008 Monday, 357 words, By Chase Castle
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about how teens can find jobs in a historically bad summer job market.
www.saukvalley.com/articles/2008/05/19/news/local/23ec0f0ac05a0ad3dc080d9f1d2737e2.txtChilly Forecast for Teen Jobs this Summer
KARE 11 TV, May 19, 2008 Monday, 362 words, By Allen Costantini
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about this summer's poor outlook for teen employment.
www.kare11.com/news/news_article.aspx?storyid=511383Trivial Disputes Often Spark Fatal Confrontations
The Providence Journal, May 21, 2008 Wedenesday, 809 words, By Mark Arsenault
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about murders instigated by seemingly meaningless arguments.
www.projo.com/news/content/neighborhood_disputes_05-21-08_ONA791O_v41.349c38d.htmlTough Summer Employment Ahead for Local Teens
Examiner Boston, May 21, 2008 Wednesday, 401 words, By Leah Fabel
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about how the teen job market is the worst it has been in about 60 years
www.examiner.com/a-1401760~Tough_summer_employment_season_ahead_for_local_teens.htmlAuthor Gets Into Heads of Serial Killers
AZ Central, The Arizona Republic, May 21, 2008 Wednesday, 640 words, By Jim Walsh
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about a serial killer in Mesa, Arizona.
www.azcentral.com/community/mesa/articles/2008/05/21/20080521mr-serialexpert0522.htmlToughest Summer Job this Year is Finding One
The New York Times, May 25, 2008 Sunday, 1588 words, By Peter S. Goodman
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about a poor job market for teens this summer.
www.nytimes.com/2008/05/25/business/25teen.html?_r=1&ref=us&oref=sloginMcCain Campaign Releases his Medical Records
CNN Video, Lou Dobbs Tonight, Transcript , May 23, 2008 Friday, 8917 words
Robert Gilbert, Professor of Political Science at Northeastern University, appeared on Lou Dobbs Tonight to discuss concerns about John McCain's age and health that have been swirling around his presidential campaign.
transcripts.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0805/23/ldt.01.htmlSummer Jobs Grow Scarcer for Michigan Teens
MLIVE.COM, The Grand Rapids Press, May 25, 2008 Sunday, 1217 words, By Garrett M. Ellison
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about Michigan's growing teen unemployment rate. This summer's teen job market is projected to be the worst in 60 years.
www.mlive.com/business/index.ssf/2008/05/summer_jobs_grow_scarcer_for_m.htmlTeens in Summer Job Crunch
The Chicago Sun-Times, May 27, 2008 Tuesday, 709 words, By Francine Knowles
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about how this summer's teen job market is projected to be the worst since World War II.
www.suntimes.com/business/971446,CST-FIN-teen27.articleLocal Teens have Summertime (job) Blues as Employment Rate Plummets
Lowell Sun, May 26, 2008 Monday, 671 words, By Andrea Gregory
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article that suggests a bleak outlook for this summer's teen employment rate.
www.lowellsun.com/todaysheadlines/ci_9383526Summer job market not so hot this year
The York Daily Record, May 27, 2008 Tuesday, 707 words, By Jessica Milcetich
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, commented on research from the Center in an article about the dismal summer job market for teens.
ydr.inyork.com/ydr/businessfull/ci_9387710Summer job market not so hot this year
The York Daily Record, May 27, 2008 Tuesday, 707 words, By Jessica Milcetich
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, commented on research from the Center in an article about the dismal summer job market for teens.
ydr.inyork.com/ydr/businessfull/ci_9387710Idea for Cold-case Deck Inspired by Playing Cards used in Iraq War
HERALD NET, May 25, 2008 Sunday, 605 words, By Diana Hefley
Jack Levin, Brudnick Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Anthropology at Northeastern University, was quoted in an article about the use of playing cards with murder victims on them to solve cold-cases.
heraldnet.com/article/20080525/NEWS01/362250522Teens struggle to land summer jobs
The Greely Tribune, May 27, 2008 Tuesday, 820 words, By Nate Miller
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article that cites Center for Labor Market data that suggests that this summer's teen job market will be historically bad.
www.greeleytrib.com/article/20080525/BUSINESS/962065812&SearchID=73318932163669The summer Job, a Teenage Ritual in the U.S., Looks Endangered
International Herald Tribune, May 27, 2008 Tuesday, 954 words, By Peter S. Goodman
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about how this summer's job market is projected to employ a record low number of teens.
www.iht.com/articles/2008/05/27/business/jobs.phpPlenty of Jobs for State's Teens
KENNEBEC JOURNAL (ME), May 27, 2008 Tuesday
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article that reports a strong outlook for teen employment in Maine this summer despite a dismal outlook for most of the country.
kennebecjournal.mainetoday.com/news/local/5096738.htmlTeens Test Summer-Job Outlook
ARIZONA REPUBLIC May 27, 2008 Tuesday, 1012 words, By Luci Scott
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about a poor outlook for summer jobs nationwide, although Arizona appears to be less effected by the economic downturn.
www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/business/articles/0528biz-ev-teenwork0528.htmlSummertime Blues for Teen Job-seekers
The Boston Metro May 29, 2008 Thursday, 366 words, By Greg S. Martin
Joseph McLaughlin, Research Associate at Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in a front-page article about how teen employment in Massachusetts is looking pretty scarce this summer.
www.metrobostonnews.com/us/article/2008/05/29/04/0927-66/index.xmlSummer Jobs May be Hard to Come by for Mass. Teens
WBZ TV May 28, 2008 Wednesday, 317 words, By Serri Congi
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in an article about a poor outlook for the teen summer job market.
wbztv.com/local/summer.jobs.massachusetts.2.734633.htmlTeens Struggle with Dismal Job Prospects
WBZ TV May 28, 2008 Wednesday, 352 words, By Peg Rusconi
Andrew Sum, Director of Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, was quoted in an article about how this summer's teen job market could be the worst in 60 years.
http://wbztv.com/local/Kwameeshie.Myers.Robinson.2.735058.htmlSummer Job Market Tight for Teens
Yahoo! News May 28, 2008 Wednesday, 355 words, Investor's Business Daily
Research from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies is cited in a brief about limited employment opportunities for teens this summer.
news.yahoo.com/s/ibd/20080528/bs_ibd_ibd/20080528trendsWhile some NYC teens are seeking summer jobs, others are busy making their own jobs.
The Earth Times May 28, 2008 Wednesday, 741 words, NY-NFTE
Research on this summer's teen job market, from Northeastern University's Center for Labor Market Studies, is cited in a release about the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship's annual New York Regional Business Plan Competition.
www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/while-some-nyc-teens-are,410577.shtml
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