Oversight
Ryan: Government 'excesses' hamper upward mobility
The GOP vice presidential candidate tries to close the compassion gap.
Management
The 6 Biggest Federal IT Trends Coming in 2013
The Government Business Council has identified the six biggest trends in federal technology use for next year.
Management
Over the fiscal cliff: Bigger budget austerity than in Europe
Combination of sequester and tax hikes would lead to deeper cuts more quickly than European nations in crisis have experienced.
Management
Top 10: How to Take Control of Your Email
Despite popular belief, e-mail does not have to run your life.
Defense
Some work-study vets wait weeks or months for VA paychecks
Troops-turned-students seek faster payment.
Management
Energy Department advised to keep a closer eye on contractor travel
IG cites 90,000 foreign trips costing $300 million over six years.
Tech
Groups want scientists exempted from strict conference spending rules
Collaboration on key research is hindered because of the restrictions, they say.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- The debates are finally over
Hosts recap the tussles between Obama and Romney.
Management
The 7 Essentials of Cross-Agency Collaboration
GAO recently offered seven key design features that collaborative network leaders need.
Oversight
Campaign lets Iowa newspaper release Obama interview transcript
Des Moines Register editor criticized initial off-the-record conditions.
Defense
What happens when suspected terrorists refuse to go to their trials?
Several of the alleged 9/11 plotters have decided to stay in their cells.
Oversight
Congressional staffers wish for work-life balance
More than half surveyed say they work harder than private-sector counterparts.
Defense
Emails to White House show militants claimed credit for Libya attack
State Operations Center sent messages to multiple offices.
Management
You Have to Speak for the Work
Part of your job as a leader is to advocate for the team and get it the exposure it needs to succeed.
Oversight
Bin Laden raid movie features Obama
Democratic fundraiser and director claim film is not politically motivated.
Oversight
Congress tacks toward partial fix of fiscal cliff
Congressional leaders are discussing a plan to make a down payment of targeted cuts.
Pay & Benefits
Former CBO head: No budget, no payday
Douglas Holtz-Eakin says one way to get Congress and the White House to enact an annual budget is to withhold their pay.
Management
Stop Wasting Time Trying to Get Along
The idea of us all working together is nice – and overrated.
Defense
Obama and Romney's great bayonet-off
A look at who knows the most about military standard operating procedure.
Tech