Management
Obama Orders Agencies to Recruit Volunteers
Government must expand spirit of service by engaging individuals in federal missions, order says.
Defense
Budget No Reason to Avoid Syria, Defense Official Says
Carter: 'We would need supplemental funding, which is normal for a new contingency.'
Nextgov
State Department’s Smart Traveler App Should be Left at Home
The app is weighed down by design flaws, reviewers said.
Management
Distrust, Low Morale and Compartmentalization Hinder SEC
Agency should reorganize workforce, audit says.
Nextgov
Commentary: Leave Financial Crime Fighting to the Experts
Treasury is best equipped to lead the Global Illicit Financial Team.
Oversight
Moody’s Says the US Government Is Now a Super Safe Bet
The credit rating firm has upgraded its outlook on the US government's AAA rating.
Nextgov
Thinking About a Foreign Service Career? This App Could Help You Decide.
Our reviewers found the DOS Careers app pairs good content with great design.
Pay & Benefits
The House GOP Won't Defend a Ban on Veterans' Benefits for Gay Couples
In light of the recent decisions made by the Supreme Court, the House is choosing to withdraw as party defendant of the law.
Defense
What the Government Spends on Confederate Graves
Taxpayers now pay more to maintain rebel graves and monuments than those honoring Union soldiers.
Nextgov
Feds Lead Telework Growth in D.C. Region
Thirty-eight percent of federal employees work from home at least occasionally.
Oversight
Analysis: Why The Confirmation Process Is Completely Broken
A refusal to just fix the process frustrates almost all the players.
Oversight
Justice Will Review Two Dozen Capital Cases Due to Flawed FBI Testimony
As many as 21,000 cases may have been affected by similar testimony.
Management
White Males Are a Minority Among Top Obama Administration Officials
This might be the most diverse administration ever, but that's not saying much.
Management
More Top Obama Officials Have Graduate Degrees From Oxford Than Any Public U.S. University
Harvard remains the most popular school for both graduate and undergraduate degrees.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Where Will Snowden Find Asylum?
David Letterman has a new suggestion for the NSA leaker.
Defense One
Biden: 'America's Back'
As Americans grow more weary of U.S. involvement overseas, Vice President Joe Biden insists "there is no reason why we cannot bring greater focus to the Asia-Pacific and keep our eye on the ball in the Middle East.” By Stephanie Gaskell
Oversight
IRS 'Rogue Agents' Draw Bipartisan Praise at Scandal Hearing
Neither saw political targeting but both found application delays frustrating.
Management