Route Fifty
Will Your State Get a White Christmas?
The U.S. has seen an uptick in snow-filled days at Christmastime.
Oversight
The 113th Congress Wasn't the Least Productive Congress Ever
The last two years were pretty slow on Capitol Hill, but they didn't set a record.
Pay & Benefits
Most Troops Will See More Money Next Year
Pentagon announces increases in basic pay, housing and food allowances.
Nextgov
From FITARA to FISMA Reform: 5 Key Tech Bills Passed by Congress in 2014
When it comes to a few key pieces of technology and cybersecurity legislation, the 113th Congress was surprisingly fruitful.
Oversight
Obama's Recent Bold Actions Shape the Contest for 2016
The verdict on Obama unbound will pivot on whether his initiatives improve or diminish the chances of a Democrat succeeding him in 2016.
Tech
How Will the U.S. Punish North Korea?
The U.S. has little economic leverage over North Korea without the help of Russia and China, but their support may be difficult to secure.
Management
American Airport Security is Getting Less Oppressive
Is it the right time to change the TSA restrictions?
Management
A Holiday Gift of Transformational Leadership
Obama praises resilience and spirit of federal executives.
Employee Policy
Federal Coach: How to strengthen federal workers' job satisfaction
The newly released 2014 “Best Places to Work in the Federal Government” rankings show declining employee job satisfaction at a majority of agencies, but there is strong evidence that committed leaders can make a difference in creating more positive and productive work environments.
Employee Policy
Neither snow, nor rain, nor the day after Christmas
While most federal employees will get the day after Christmas off, postal employees will report to work as usual.
Employee Policy
Army chief corrects improper officer separations
Army Secretary John McHugh recently stepped in to correct errors resulting from administrative missteps that occurred when the Army conducted involuntary separation and early retirement boards to shrink its officer corps.
Nextgov
The CIA Has a Problem with Biometric Surveillance
The same technology that flags terrorists could blow a spy's cover at European airports.
Defense One
What the Intelligence Community Thought Would Happen in 2015 - in 2000
At the turn of the century, a group of intelligence officers offered up what they thought conflict would look like in 2015 would look like. By Kedar Pavgi
Oversight
Senate Appropriations Chief: IRS Cuts Could Have Been Much Worse
Mikulski says spending bill negotiations removed far-steeper decreases favored by the House.
Route Fifty
California City Makes Move to Block Ethanol Trains
West Sacramento now faces a lawsuit after local officials didn’t renew a rail transport permit for a Texas company that ships through the city.
Pay & Benefits
Not All Federal Employees Have the Day After Christmas Off
Postal Service workers and some in security-related jobs will have to report on Dec. 26.
Tech