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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

New data indicates more Americans are putting plans to move on hold. View mobility data for each state to see how your state compares.
As states continue to post more public information online, government transparency advocates say centralized sites are crucial to help citizens find what they're looking for.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released new employment figures for October, showing governments continued to cut payrolls. State governments reported the most significant decline, losing 20,000 jobs for the month.
View health insurance coverage rates from the U.S. Census Bureau's Small Area Health Insurance Estimates program. Data is compiled for each county using census figures, food stamp participation, aggregated tax returns, Medicaid records and other data sets.
Data released Monday shows revenues for U.S. state and local governments fell more than 22 percent in fiscal year 2009. View a breakdown of financial figures for each state.
The National Levee Database, unveiled to the public on Thursday, includes detailed information on more than 14,000 miles of federal levees.
New data provides estimates for health insurance coverage for all states, counties in U.S.
The National Levee Database, unveiled to the public on Thursday, includes detailed information on more than 14,000 miles of federal levees.
New figures released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics show that 25 states reported slight declines in unemployment. View and compare figures for each state with our data tool.
Fla. Gov. Rick Scott has posted university faculty salaries online, and is now compiling additional data. Some public educators, though, question his motives as the state considers reforms to higher education.