News

Will Curiosity Kill the Cynicism About Government?

The Mars landing shows government at its best.

Tech

Does Tech Cost More Than It's Worth?

IT doesn’t seem to be a top priority for most federal executives, according to a new study.

Pay & Benefits

Bill curbs bonuses at VA

Legislation would limit the total amount department can pay in annual performance awards to senior employees.

Management

We now have our smallest government in 45 years

America's public sector has shrunk. And shrunk. And shrunk some more.

Oversight

Feds gain time on financial disclosure requirements

Senator says Congress will revisit potential national security risk after recess.

Tech

Government’s hired cars should be as green as its own, group says

The federal fleet’s fuel standards should also apply to third-party vehicles, report recommends.

News

The Tale of the $204,000 Pension

Anecdotes that won't die convince Americans that public servants get cushy retirement deals.

Pay & Benefits

Federal travelers could have fewer lodging options

Fiscal 2013 per diem rates could take a hit because of governmentwide effort to rein in spending.

Defense

Afghanistan: Eyeing the exits

Neither Obama nor Romney has made clear how fast the remaining force of 68,000 U.S. troops should be pulled out before the deadline.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- Rafalca Doesn't Win Gold

Romney's Olympic horse gets attention from comedians.

Management

Obama 'regulatory czar' Cass Sunstein to return to Harvard

Sunstein has helped drive 'a series of historic accomplishments,' Obama says.

Pay & Benefits

Pay Raises and COLAs

A look at how they compare over time.

Oversight

Presidential transitions should be much faster, panelists say

Recent bill to reduce the number of Senate confirmations is a first step.

Management

IRS chief defends implementation of health care law

Maine governor’s Gestapo comments were 'unhelpful rhetoric,' Shulman says.

Pay & Benefits

Senate appropriators OK military pay raise, reject layoff notice proposal

Amendment would have required contractors to issue warnings, contrary to Labor Department ruling.