Oversight
Bills Introduced to Create Government Transformation Commission
Bipartisan House and Senate plans would tackle inefficiencies in programs.
Management
The Perils of Being the Earnest Intern
Hill intern goes a little over the top professing his love for flags.
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Most CIOs Aren't Planning to Hire People Fresh Out of School
New IT grads can make themselves stand out in the competitive job market by demonstrating business and personal skills.
Oversight
Republicans, White House in Talks Toward Big Fiscal Deal
Country is set to hit its debt limit this fall.
Oversight
House Republicans Vote (Again) Against Obamacare Mandates
There have been 38 legislative attempts to revoke either all or part of the health care reform law since 2011.
Oversight
Play of the Day: It’s So Hot In D.C...
The heatwave is having its effect on Joe Biden and Michelle Obama.
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Pentagon Denies Inadequately Vetting Defensewide Smartphone Security Service
Testing the technology would have required too much time and effort for contractors and Defense.
Defense One
Dempsey’s Next Mission: Balance U.S. Ambition, Ability
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey has identified four priorities for his second-term with one purpose: reconcile U.S. ambitions with the Pentagon’s abilities. By Kevin Baron
Oversight
Lawmakers Closing Gap for Bipartisan Postal Overhaul
Rep. Issa appeases critics with changes to his bill.
Management
4 Ways You Can Prove Your Program Isn't Waste
The government has increased the push for evidence-based initiatives with these four types of programs
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How PayPal Almost Erased the National Debt and Ruined the Global Economy
World's 1st quadrillionaire wanted to pay off the national debt. But it was just a terrible mistake.
Tech
Hacker Magnet or Sophisticated Tool? Obamacare’s Database Debated
Safeguards cited as Republicans warn of cyberattacks.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Nominee: Fixing Retirement Claims Process Is a Top Priority
Katherine Archuleta vows to hire a chief technology officer and modernize agency’s IT systems to ensure retirees get checks on time.
Pay & Benefits
House Spending Bill Silent on Civilian Pay Raise
Legislation funding general government operations neither includes nor prohibits a salary hike.
Defense
NSA Admits It Analyzes More People's Data Than Previously Revealed
Analysts look 'two or three hops' from terror suspects when evaluating terror activity, official says.
Management
The Supreme Court Ruling on Workplace Harassment That Got Buried
Vance v. Ball State University could have a huge impact on workers.
Management
Does Art Help the Economy?
Fearing budget cuts, Britain's culture secretary made an unusual case: That art begets economic growth.
Oversight
The Cheney Dynasty Rises
Liz Cheney, daughter of the former vice president, has announced she will challenge Sen. Mike Enzi in a Wyoming Republican primary.
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