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Published: July 6, 2006

Because of their expertise and reputations, members of the UB faculty and staff are sought out by reporters who quote them in print, broadcast and online publications around the world. Here is a sampling of recent media coverage in which UB is mentioned prominently.

"At this point, it certainly looks like a significant tilt to the Democrats, but it's still quite early."

James E. Campbell, professor of political science, in an article in USA Today on a recent poll that showed that Americans prefer Democrats over Republicans on handling every major issue except terrorism, and the impact that could have on the fall 2006 election quotes.
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"The most important overall message is to wear your seatbelt."

Dietrich Jehle, associate professor of emergency medicine, in an article in the Globe and Mail on research that showed that sitting in the middle of the back seat may be the most uncomfortable spot in the car, but it's also the safest.
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"A shift in cost to students means more loans."

D. Bruce Johnstone, SUNY Distinguished Service Professor of Higher and Comparative Education, in an article in the International Herald Tribune on the growing levels of student loan debt that college students in the U.S. are forced to take on in order to earn their degrees.
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