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Drone Aspirations in Virginia Coal Country Get a Federal Boost
$2.2 million will support new training programs focused on unmanned aerial vehicle technology in a county in the southwest part of the state.
Management
The ‘Legitimation’ Crisis: Why Have Americans Lost Trust in Government?
"The painful effects of globalization and political corruption have decayed Americans' trust in the federal government.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Employees in Two Cities in Line for Bigger Pay Raises
Feds in San Antonio and Birmingham would receive a locality pay boost under proposal approved by salary council.
Management
Just 65 Percent of Feds Commit to Staying During a Trump Administration
A new survey shows the presidential election will drive some feds out of government.
Management
White House Announces 15 New Leadership Development Fellows From Top Career Ranks
Defense, GSA, and NASA each earned two slots among second class of emerging leaders.
Tech
Here’s How the Pentagon Wants to Use Social Media On the Battlefield
Artificial intelligence will weave open-source and satellite data into useful intelligence in real time, the Pentagon’s No. 2 says.
Management
Clinton Significantly Widens Lead Over Trump Among Federal Employees, Poll Shows
Former secretary of State’s favorability has improved significantly, while Trump’s has worsened.
Management
That Focusing Trick Good Leaders Use To Stay On Task
Don’t let the crisis of the moment distract you from equally (or more) important matters.
Oversight
The FBI Investigates More Emails Related to Clinton
Director James Comey tells lawmakers that the bureau has uncovered more emails and is reviewing them “to determine if they contain classified information.”
Management
Digital Services Aren’t Just Nice to Have, They’re Central to Public Service
It’s not about updating websites or building apps, it’s about meeting the needs of citizens.
Oversight
A Unique USCIS Visa Lottery Is at Risk Of Being Killed Under Immigration Reform
The lottery promotes the dream of American diversity, 50,000 green cards at a time.
Management
A Knife Attacker at the U.S. Embassy in Kenya was Disarmed and Reportedly Shot
A police officer stood over the man, lying motionless on the ground, and shot him at point blank range in the head, a witness said.
Defense
The Marines Want Mini-Missiles That Hunt for Specific Radio Signals
Signals-intelligence collection and drones are coming together in new packages for forward-deployed troops.
Insights
Government Executive 2016 Presidential Poll: October 28, 2016
With just 10 days left before Election Day, Hillary Clinton has cemented her lead over Donald Trump among federal employees, according to an independent Government Business Council / Government Executive poll released on October 28, 2016.
Route Fifty
‘Cities Are Not Smart. It’s People Who Are Smart’
At an event in the nation’s capital, experts discussed issues related to smart cities such as inclusivity, data management and cybersecurity.
Pay & Benefits
Every Day, 24K Federal Retirees Reach a Busy Signal on OPM's Toll-Free Line
Callers often reach busy signals or are ignored, report finds.
Route Fifty
No Pension Reform for Pennsylvania; N.J. City to Sue Neighbors Over Sewers
Also in our State and Local Daily Digest: Florida Keys ends in-person jail visits; the ACLU wants Utah county's police footage; Colorado's $2.39B marijuana impact.
Pay & Benefits
Tricks and Treats in Retirement
Sometimes the system brings pleasant surprises, and other times unwelcome news.
Management