Defense
Pentagon Watchdog’s Handling of Whistleblowers Under GAO Review
Whistleblower advocates applaud requirement for expanded probe in Defense bill.
Tech
Obama Administration Urges Trump to Continue Progress on Crowdsourcing
Federal crowdsourcing community started with five federal employee members, and now includes 300 from 59 different organizations.
Route Fifty
Data Gaps Limit EPA Findings on How Fracking Might Affect U.S. Drinking Water
The agency’s conclusions in a five-year study were knocked by a leading oil and gas industry group and praised by environmental advocates.
Route Fifty
Trump’s Infrastructure Ambitions Could Be a Boon for Slow SLED Purchasing
But any new policies will take several quarters to reverberate in state and local agencies’ procurement.
Management
'Mindfulness' Is Not a Life Hack
You have reasons to be unhappy. Mindfulness training programs are a band-aid that mask bad circumstances, says Ruth Whippman.
Tech
How Will the Public Learn About Cyberattacks Under President Trump?
Unlike his predecessor, the president-elect doesn’t seem to trust the intelligence community to investigate state-sponsored hackers.
Management
Boeing to Move Defense Headquarters from St. Louis to DC
The move is the latest in the company’s year of restructuring, which has brought in a host of new leaders.
Management
Your Country Really Needs You Right Now, Obama Tells Feds
The work of government employees “has never been more important,” president says in farewell address.
Management
Bill to Revamp Federal Property Disposal Headed to Obama’s Desk
Bipartisan plan debated for years would create new board, asset database.
Route Fifty
Utah Gov.’s $50,000 Anti-Pornography Plan; Iowa Faces $100 Million Shortfall
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Wyoming’s crime lab backlog; Portland, Maine’s graffiti wall; and a big pay raise for San Diego County officials.
Management
The Happiest People in the World Define What Makes Them That Way
Denmark's culture ministry surveyed its citizens on their most cherished values.
Management
Trump Makes It Official: It's Rex Tillerson for State
The pick will face heavy scrutiny in the Senate.
Pay & Benefits
Open Season for Dental and Vision Benefits Is Extended Until Wednesday
Federal workers will have two extra days to enroll in the program or make changes to their insurance plans.
Defense
Defense Contractors Should Fear More Than Trump’s Tweets
It’s not just Lockheed and Boeing. As president, Trump can mess with just about any contract he wants, even high-priced fighter jets, ships and armored trucks.
Tech
The Senate Will Investigate Russian Election Interference
With Mitch McConnell’s backing, a bipartisan inquiry could tee up the first confrontation between Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Russia, the CIA and Donald Trump
Late-night takes on the election's newest scandal.
Oversight
Trump Postpones Announcement About Separating His Business Interests From the Presidency
Trump’s failure to exit his business gives the Electoral College a legitimate reason to vote him down, experts say.
Management
Creating a Sense of Purpose at Work
Some cultures seem adept at sucking the souls out of their employees. You can do better than that.
Route Fifty
What’s to Be Done About Confederate Monuments in New Orleans?
Mayor Mitch Landrieu and City Council members joined a national movement to remove symbols that black residents feel perpetuate racism, but they’re finding you can’t do iconoclasm halfway.
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