SDSU Political Experts On-Call for Nov. 7 Election Commentary

CONTACT: Renee Hix, (619) 594-5204, rhix@mail.sdsu.edu

SAN DIEGO, Thursday, November 2, 2000 - San Diego State University offers the following political experts to provide commentary on Election Day.

Dr. Carole Kennedy, SDSU assistant professor of political science, has extensive experience dealing with the media on a variety of local and national issues. Her particular areas of expertise include the presidency, the electoral process, political communication, California government, and women. She can be reached directly at (619) 594-0400, office or (858) 335-6339, cell phone.

Dr. Peter Andersen, SDSU professor of communication, worked on various political campaigns and can offer an insider's perspective during the election process. Dr. Andersen has also served as a political analyst for local media in past Election Day coverage. He can be reached at (619) 594-4222, office or (619) 669-2809, home.

James Ingram, SDSU lecturer in political science, teaches a course this fall on the American Presidency and specializes in U.S. elections. He can be reached at (619) 594-6773, office, (310) 390-8423, home and (310) 463-0717, cell phone.

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