Management

SSA again scales back field office hours

Agency points to reduced funding as cause for second reduction since 2011.

Management

Obama: Debate partner 'couldn't have been Mitt Romney'

President also jabs Romney's promise to cut funding for Sesame Street.

Nextgov

Cyber crooks should make you very nervous

To raise awareness, the FBI is going public about hacker takedowns.

Defense

Two arrested after Border Patrol agent’s slaying

Mexican army finds suspects in border town, several miles from crime zone.

Management

Recruiting New Grads Through the Pathways Programs

The Pathways Programs are a once-in-a-generation opportunity for agencies to attract new talent.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- The pre- and post-debate chatter

The first presidential debate is fodder for comedians.

Defense

At Libya consulate, security plans, ambassador’s itinerary scattered on floor

More than three weeks after the attack, U.S. has been unable to secure the compound.

Management

Post-debate polls of voters declare Romney the winner

Romney also improved image, likeability say uncommitted voters.

Management

Romney slams Obama’s approach as 'trickle-down government'

Candidates spar over role of government but don’t give specific federal workforce proposals much air time.

News

Liveblog: First Presidential Debate

What did the candidates say about the size of government and how to manage it?

Management

Run Better Meetings With This Four Letter Word

The OARRs principle is simple tool that makes any meeting more efficient.

Oversight

Nats mascot Teddy Roosevelt vindicated after 7-year drought

Victory comes after a pep talk from Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz.

Management

Senators challenge OMB's guidance on pre-sequester layoff notices

Grassley and Ayotte say taxpayers could be on the hook for 'hundreds of millions of dollars, if not billions.'

Oversight

Are Republicans wavering ahead of the fiscal cliff?

There are some signs of bipartisan wheeling and dealing in the Senate.

Management

Reputation Management for Federal Agencies

Entire countries are working to manage their brands--is your agency doing the same?

Oversight

Jobs and deficit likely to dominate debate

Some of the 90-minute discussion will focus on the role of government, and governing style.