Defense
Commentary: The Government Isn't Very Good at Deciding What to Keep Secret
So why do so many Americans insist that the state, not the press, should call the shots?
Management
Tim Geithner Is Still Defending Himself to Democrats
The former treasury secretary is attempting to explain his side of the government's Wall Street bailout in his new book.
Management
4 Things Washington Could Do Right Now to Fix the VA
None of them involve floor speeches or finger-pointing.
Management
The 10 Best and Worst States for Military Retirees
Wyoming is the best place for military personnel to retire, while California is the worst, according to one survey.
Management
Senators Propose 3.3 Percent Pay Raise for Federal Employees
Bill mirrors House proposal; would far exceed President Obama’s proposed 1 percent pay hike.
Management
Democrats on the Trail Want Shinseki Fired
Congressional candidates try hard to distance themselves from the VA scandal.
Management
Flood of Comments Prompts IRS to Rethink Rule Limiting Political Activity of Nonprofits
New rules were supposed to offer guidance on the types of activity that would cost nonprofits certain tax exemptions.
Management
What Does Your Boss Really Want From You?
A three-step process for understanding the expectations.
Oversight
Play of the Day: How to Celebrate a Real Scandal
Stephen Colbert is going to throw a party in light of the VA situation.
Nextgov
House Passes Federal IT Reform Yet Again, This Time With Defense Bill
FITARA was cut from last year’s Defense authorization at the last minute.
Management
Agencies Get Tougher on Misbehaving Contractors
Changes in staffing, resources and case referral processes have resulted in more suspensions and debarments.
Pay & Benefits
Retirement Readiness: How Do You Stack Up?
The early results of our federal employee Retirement Readiness Assessment are in.
Management
Time Management: Taming Your Inner Rebel
How to recognize the roadblocks to powerful work routines.
Nextgov
Why Does the Air Force Spend Twice as Much to Hack than to Deflect Threats?
The service's cyber operations budget sheds little light on actual spending.
Management
Senate Panel Advances More Legislation Targeting VA Executives
Spending bill includes provisions banning bonuses and making it easier to fire managers.
Management
The Myth That Americans Are Busier Than Ever
"How did we get so busy?" the New Yorker asks. Let's define busy. And, while we're at it, let's define we, too.
Management
Boehner Says He Has No Confidence in Veterans Affairs Investigation
The House speaker says he's 'getting a little closer' to calling for VA chief's resignation.
Management
What Managers Do When Technology Does Their Work
Roles change when coordination and communication functions are automated.
Management
House OKs 1.8 Percent Pay Raise for Troops, Officer Pay Freeze
Defense authorization bill also includes provisions making it easier to re-employ retirees, and limiting furloughs of working capital fund employees.
Management