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Cities Have the 'Ability to Coalescence That Bottom-Up Movement' to Fix Racial Inequalities
At a pivotal point in U.S. history, local governments and the private sector must collaborate to close opportunity gaps where the federal government cannot, according to social justice experts.
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Boston’s Redevelopment Rebranding; California’s New Fishing Rules
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Racism in Delaware government, fire-damaged bridge that nearly collapsed reopens in Pittsburgh; and Butte business owners vs. homeless
Management
IRS Begins Privatization of Long-Term Tax Debt Collection
Union says federal employees slated to lose their jobs should be retrained for the positions.
Management
Senate Fails at Two Attempts to Move Ahead With Bill Preventing a Shutdown
Funding for Flint, Mich., remains contentious, along with new VA whistleblower office.
Management
Nod More, and Other Absurd Yet Useful Meeting Tips From a Former Google Manager
“It doesn’t matter if your Venn diagram is wildly inaccurate; in fact, the more inaccurate, the better.
Oversight
Commerce Supervisor's Fundraising Activities Ran Afoul of Hatch Act
Special Counsel says Republican was warned against seeking political contributions.
Pay & Benefits
2017 FEHBP Premiums to Be Unveiled Wednesday
Enrollees paid an average of 7.4 percent more toward their health insurance premiums in 2016.
Oversight
Clinton Wins Debate, But Did She Win Over Voters?
Trump missed opportunities to exploit her weaknesses, yet managed to clear the low bar of expectations.
Management
Monday May Have Been the First Time Presidential Candidates Were Asked If They Will Honor the Election's Outcome
The final question of the debate was extremely odd, and astounding
Management
A Case Study in How Men Interrupt Women in Professional Situations
Monday's presidential debate will be shown in gender studies classes for years to come
Oversight
Play of the Day: Hillary Clinton Had a Great Time at the Debate
She was smiling the entire time and perhaps was even dancing.
Management
How Data is Radically Changing the Federal Government
By making information accessible to the public, agencies are serving citizens more effectively.
Management
What Federal Employees Should Know From the First Trump-Clinton Debate
Cutting regulations, stiffing contractors and new roles for federal agencies come up in debate.
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Fate of Atlantic City’s Water Utility to Be Decided; Illinois Village’s Chuck E. Cheese Nightmare
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: An end to Colorado's largest-ever marijuana raid case; 5,000 Cedar Rapids residents asked to evacuate; and San Francisco turns dog poop into compost
Management
Good, Bad and Familiar News at the Chemical Safety Board
Employee morale is up under new leadership, but ethics issues have been revived.
Management
Why the Washington Monument Will Be Closed Indefinitely
Blame the sole elevator, which needs repair.
Tech
NASA’s Gold Record For Aliens is a Fascinating Insight into the Worldview of 1970s America
The album is a reminder of the best and worst of the 1970s.
Management
Second Federal Employee Union Endorses Trump for President
Just 5 percent of group’s membership voted to endorse Hillary Clinton.
Management
Federal Agencies Once Again Prepare For A Possible Government Shutdown
Fiscal 2017 starts Saturday; the Senate is expected to vote Tuesday on a short-term CR before sending it to the House.
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