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Mike Maciag

Data Editor

Mike Maciag -- Data Editor. Mike analyzes databases and works on data journalism projects for the magazine. He writes on a variety of topics and manages the Governing Data portal for Governing.com. Prior to joining Governing, Mike worked at local newspapers in Erie, Pa., Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Atlanta. He holds a master's degree in public administration from George Mason University and undergraduate degrees in journalism and computer science from the University of Dayton.  Email mmaciag@governing.com | Twitter @mikemaciag

A new report shows how states are managing their money.
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While job growth mostly got off to a slow start, some states have fared well in recent months.
Plus, view data and estimates for dozens of jurisdictions.
In localities badly hurting for revenue, public employment may never return to pre-recession levels.
After Los Angeles banned the expansion of fast-food places in some parts, obesity actually increased.
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See recent population changes for each U.S. county.