Tech
Dear Hillary: Where Are the Women In Your Energy Strategy?
Women are underrepresented in the energy sector at a time of rapid change and demand for new talent. Hiring more women could make energy companies more innovative and speed the shift to clean fuels.
Oversight
Clinton's Vice Presidential Pick Has a Record of Supporting Federal Employees
Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine has backed efforts to protect the pay and benefits of federal workers and service members.
Nextgov
White House Boosts Internet of Things with Wireless Research Program
The National Science Foundation research program could help reach greater connectivity.
Management
Always Stay For the After Party: Tips from the Negotiation Bible For World Leaders
Even top diplomats need guidance sometimes.
Management
Obama Hints at a Future in VC, and Silicon Valley Is Salivating
“He’s kind of perfect for the job.”
Defense
The $2.6 Billion Investment in Afghan IT Infrastructure Is Apparently Paying Off
Watchdog reports rare success in the multi-agency effort to rebuild the war-torn nation.
Nextgov
6 Employees Who Could Wreak Havoc at Your Organization
There are certain signals that, with context, can pinpoint an insider threat before they strike.
Pay & Benefits
OPM to Agencies: Let Feds Telework to Avoid Heat
Federal employees can also adjust their daily schedules to avoid high temperatures.
Oversight
House Panel Demands That Agencies Describe Hatch Act Compliance
Chaffetz and Cummings seek definitions of political events and travel decisions.
Nextgov
Can Better IT Management Save Government $5.8B?
A new report emphasizes shared taxonomy for techies, the business side and executives so all stakeholders speak the same language.
Defense
More Than 4,000 Feds Provided Security at GOP Convention
DHS Secretary Johnson praises joint effort led by Secret Service.
Oversight
Why Democrats and Republicans Speak Different Languages
The Republican National Convention proved yet again that the GOP talks about America and U.S. policy with an entire unique vocabulary. It hasn’t always been this way.
Oversight
For Trump, It’s Not Morning In America Anymore
His nomination speech was full of complaints and bluster but failed to show he would solve the country’s problems.
Defense
Donald Trump Doesn’t Understand Cyberwar
The nominee is woefully unprepared for questions about the future of digital conflict.
Management
Is Ivanka Trump Donald’s Actual First Lady?
Perhaps it is Ivanka, and not Melania, who is the other half of the Trump power couple.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump 'Humbly' Accepts the Nomination
Nothing says "humility" like a gold backdrop and your name in a huge font.
Management
Trump and GOP Outline Plans for Federal Government at Republican Convention
Speakers discuss firing feds and dealing with “clueless bureaucrats.”
Management