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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 survey tallies pay and benefits for chief appointed officials across the country, finding compensation varies greatly by locality.
The number of out-of-work teens and twenty-somethings climbed to record levels during the recession. View data for each state.
Map shows changes in county population between 2010 and 2012.
Most of the job losses last month were concentrated in Midwestern states. View employment data for each state.
Public approval of state governments is at its highest since 2008, while views of Washington have plummeted to an all-time low, according to a new survey.
Immigrant and international migration statistics for the U.S.
The U.S. economy added only 88,000 jobs last month, far below economists' expectations.
Manufacturing jobs account for a sizable portion of the employment base in many regions. Read our analysis of the top 10 areas, along with data for more than 300 metro areas.
A new survey of nearly 8,000 small businesses rates state and metro area business climates, providing clues to what these economic engines value most.
View updated jobs data for each state.