CMC In The News

In an op-ed, Professor Ken Miller discussed how the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is playing an important role in contributing to California’s housing supply.

Professor George Thomas participated in a panel interview on the question of whether or not the United States is a true democracy or a republic.  

CMC’s Rose Institute of State and Local Government was highlighted in an article regarding TogetherSF Action, which is attempting to push for a ballot measure that would strengthen the power of San Francisco’s mayor. A report from the Rose Institute helped jumpstart this effort by TogetherSF. KQED and SF Examiner also ran stories on the topic.

Professor Jack Pitney was quoted in a piece on the recent meeting between former President Donald Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis. He shared, “…they have a mutual interest in making nice. Legal fees are causing Trump to hemorrhage money, and DeSantis can help him with fundraising. He could also come in handy during the fall if the polls show that Florida is close.”

In an article discussing how the outcome of the November election could potentially impact U.S. and China relations, Professor Minxin Pei explains that stronger anti-China rhetoric among Republicans may inevitability beget harsher China policies under former President Trump.

Professor Jack Pitney was quoted in an article that explored why blue states have not rushed to join California Governor Gavin Newsom’s call for constitutional amendment on guns. He explained why Newsom’s plan is unlikely to work.

Professor Minxin Pei provided insight on Chinese President Xi Jinping elevating the status of national security and the use of the Chinese Ministry of State Security (MSS) to help carry out missions to detain foreign nationals and their family members on mainland China.

Professor Ron Riggio appeared as a subject matter expert in an article examining which states have the most hiring struggles in the current economic environment. Riggio explained why employers have difficulties filling positions, the economic impact from this trend, and the best ways for employers to attract and retain employees. 

CMC was recognized by Bloomberg News as a top college for return on investment. According to calculations by Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, which analyzed the typical 10-year return on investment of over 1,500 colleges across the nation, CMC is noted as one of several winners "beyond the Ivies" with impressive returns.

Manfred Keil, Associate Professor of Economics and Associate Director with the Lowe Institute, published an opinion piece that explored how economic factors drive unemployment rates.

Government Professor Jack Pitney contributed to a piece on how President Joe Biden is focused on healthcare messaging as former President Donald Trump criticized Biden on immigration. He outlined the windows of opportunity the current administration has, and needs, to capitalize on. Democrats also stand to gain from a conversation about Trump’s handling of COVID-19, according to Pitney.

Professor of Psychological Science Ronald Riggo provided expert analysis on newly unsealed emails in a lawsuit against Meta. The emails show that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg directed his employees to track encrypted user analytics from Snapchat, a competitor, in 2016.

Time Magazine featured an opinion piece by Lily Geismer, Professor of History. Geismer focused on political and urban history in “America Needs a New Approach on Affordable Housing. History Offers a Guide.” The op-ed highlights issues with affordable housing in the U.S. and lessons learned throughout history.

Bertha Tobias ’23, who earned a 2023 Rhodes Scholarship, was featured in a story. Tobias, an International Relations major with a sequence in Leadership Studies, was Claremont McKenna’s second consecutive female Rhodes Scholar, and first of African descent.

Associate Professor of Economics Manfred Keil was featured on KVCR 91.9 FM about Economics in the Inland Empire, focused on a report from the LA Times last month that painted a bleak picture of the logistics industry from job losses to shuttered warehouses. He shared how and why he disagrees with this assessment.