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  Disgusted with Dems' motive is not genuine when it comes to our nation's security. This individual actually understands our concerns; it's just a matter of jealousy. Like anyone else in his/her category, he/she is viewing this from a "Misery loves comfort" perspective. He/she probably works in the private sector where NSPS pales in comparison to their very unethical personnel practices, and wishes to have a union represent him/her. I worked in the private sector for several years, so I can relate very much to that pain and feeling very "disposable." I got tired of taking all the crap from a penny pinching, slave driving, butt kissed CEO and his management to get my civilian job and have some union protection for the productive work that I do. NSPS is just a step back toward that previous work environment that I had, and I'm not going back to that!

  Never Again Posted April 4, 2006 10:06 AM
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  Mr. President, you are creating a problem in order to avoid dealing with the real problem. The federal government is mismanaged because of years and years of bad personnel decisions. The government is saturated with so many substandard managers that it can't absorb the bad decisions being made by them. It is becoming an embarrassment to Americans because the government's problem is as obvious as a zit on a teenager's nose.

  You try to blame the first line employees and put on like personnel changes will fix the problem. We both know that this is nothing more than an attempt to silence the people who are bearing witness to the disaster that is in the making. You want every government employee to fear for their job so much that they will not challenge the waste, the fraud and the mismanagement because, when the worst finally happens, you and your ilk do not want to be held responsible.

  The unions may be powerless because they have done little for federal employees for years now. But, federal employees will not be silenced. They pay taxes like everyone else and they don't like seeing their tax dollars wasted. They will speak out even if they have to do it anonymously.

  Robert M. Posted March 29, 2006 11:02 PM
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  To Disgusted with Dems:

  I take offense to your insidious remarks. First off, I voted Republican across the board. After realizing what was pending from this administration I joined the union to fight this undermining and pending disaster. One thing to clearly point out, if you can't see it for yourself, is what this administration is attempting to do is illegal, period. Two judges have already ruled as such. Apparently you have no concept of what you are implying. I would also doubt that you are even a DoD or government employee with any federal agency to make such ignorant statements.

  Take off your blinders bud and realize this administration is pulling a fast one on not only the federal workforce but the entire nation as a whole. This nation is being sold out right before our eyes at all levels, not just within the federal workforce. If things continue as present we will be a third world country in 15 years or less. The sad thing is that this is the planned intent to place us in this category, regardless if a Republican or Democrat party is in power. In the end, it is all about power with only two classes within the world -- rich and poor.

  We have come to a point in history were this, my Republican party, no longer cares or respects the majority American voice and its future but is out to push a self-serving agenda to favor the minor populous of wealthy swine that think they can ignore the American middle class majority. We, the middle class, are America. Our elected officials are not serving us as appointed and sworn to do so. They should be ousted for their blatant disregard to follow the majority voice of the American public. I have since registered as an independent and will not vote for any incumbent party member (Republican or Democrat) ever again.

  America and its future belong to the people and not to either the Republican or Democratic Party.

  America First!!

  DF Posted March 28, 2006 11:10 PM
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  Dear Disgusted with Dems:

  What compels you to believe that NSPS has anything to do with national security? Because Dubya said so? So do you still think Iraq has weapons of mass destruction? Do you believe Hussein and Bin Laden were best-buddies, as Dubya attested? Do you think Michael Brown did a "heckuva job" in disaster relief, because Dubya says so? Do you believe Dubya isn't doing illegal wire-tapping because he said he wouldn't (but then turned around and said he would)?

  NSPS is all about lowering payroll. This will make it easier for DoD to siphon money from payroll and pensions and buy more stuff. It is all about giving DoD arbitrary means to screw federal employees. If you can't see that, then you are a fool.

  A general rule of thumb that I follow is that any idea or initiative that derives its origin in the Bush administration tends to be a bad idea. I haven't been wrong yet!

  DSR

  David Posted March 28, 2006 3:41 PM
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  Disgusted with Dems,

  Do you honestly think these new personnel systems have anything at all to do with improving national security? Based on what evidence? Just because the administration says so? Are you really that stupid? Are you so deep in the cult that you've forgotten it's even possible to think for yourself?

  Why do you feel the need to blame "liberals" every time something doesn't go your way? And you call the unions crybabies! There's the pot calling the kettle black!

  You and your ilk sound like Joe McCarthy. Anyone who disagrees with you must be a Communist, a traitor, part of a vast, evil conspiracy to destroy this country from within. The alternative -- that you might actually be wrong, that you aren't absolutely perfect in every way -- is simply too horrible for you to contemplate. You can't accept imperfection in your cult, so you have to blame someone else. The Dear Leader doesn't make mistakes, does he?

  Disgusted with cultists Posted March 28, 2006 9:39 AM
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  The DoD lawsuit was brought by multiple unions that are working together as part of a coalition of unions to fight DoD decisions harmful to our members and working people. The major part of the U.S. District Court oral argument was made by attorneys from the National Federation of Federal Employees and the Association of Civilian Technicians, along with AFGE.

  Jean Zeiler Posted March 24, 2006 1:14 PM
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  The administration's agenda is clear - no unions in the federal workplace. It is obvious that what they did get in the ruling by Judge Sullivan is/was not what they were after.

  So more money from what DOD, the administration, and Congress have said are limited coffers to support warfighters in Iraq. DOD will spend it in pursuing an appeal.

  Then what if they are unsuccessful? Another cycle of lobbying Congress for a change to the change? Just forging ahead ignoring the ruling and the law? More money for a media campaign to promote a new personnel system that they claim will ensure national security?

  Me, I'd rather buy armor for humvees and body armor for the troops.

  Mark Gibson Posted March 24, 2006 9:30 AM
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  Sen. Daniel Akaka: When did you say you were running for President? You've got my vote.

  GovExec.com reader Posted March 24, 2006 8:02 AM
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  Another victory for America's enemies, struck successfully by their allies inside -- the liberal left. Thanks to the liberal judges and the crybaby unions, a necessary effort to reform national security in this dangerous post 9-11 world is hampered. Protect the union fat cats and their disgruntled, mostly worthless members at all costs!

  Disgusted With Dems Posted March 24, 2006 6:32 AM
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  Since the DoD ignored the previous ruling against DHS, it should not be granted an expedited appeal. Put the appeal on the regular court schedule and make the DoD wait its turn.

  GovExec.com reader Posted March 24, 2006 6:00 AM