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Commentary: Government Purchasing Power Should Encourage Innovation
The reforms proposed by Rep. Darrell Issa almost go far enough.
Management
Al Gore to Headline Excellence in Government in May
The former Vice President returns to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Reinventing Government movement.
Pay & Benefits
Next up for Agencies: Bargaining Over Furloughs
Most feds expect they will have trouble making ends meet if furloughed due to sequester, union says.
Management
White House Regulatory Office Too Quiet About Its Activities, Study Finds
Absent records leave OIRA vulnerable to charges it bows to industry pressure, group says.
Defense
Army Squandering Millions on Unreturned Clothing, Equipment
Civilians and contractors cost government at least $20 million over the last six years, report finds.
Management
John Kerry Proudly Defends America's 'Right to Be Stupid'
Brand-new Secretary of State John Kerry told an audience in Germany Americans have the "right to be stupid."
Management
Video: Steve Jobs and the Secret to a Great Presentation
A look at all of Steve Jobs' "one more thing" moments.
Management
Thousands of Interior Dept. Furloughs Could Hit Tourism, Broader Economy
National Parks spur $30 billion in economic activity, Secretary Salazar argues.
Management
Some Republicans Come Out in Favor of Same-Sex Marriage
At least 75 prominent Republicans have come out in favor of same sex marriage.
Nextgov
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Guarantee Funds for VA Claims Processing, IT Projects
House measure calls for funding the department’s discretionary budget a year in advance.
Management
Contractors Protest Continuing Bad News on Sequestration
‘Time is up,’ says Professional Services Council, as Pentagon slows payments.
Defense
The 10 States That Should Be Most Afraid (and Least Afraid) of the Sequester's Military Cuts
The sequester is Washington's revenge on itself -- and Hawaii
Defense
'Zero Dark Thirty' Is Off the Hook with the Senate
The Senate Intelligence Committee has dropped its investigation into the movie.
Oversight
U.S. Fiscal Future Likely Hinges on Public Reaction to Sequester
Impact on the economy, government services and programs could become evident within weeks.
Nextgov
Marissa Mayer Is Wrong: Working From Home Can Make You More Productive
The statistical evidence on telecommuting suggests that (1) sometimes people just like to work from home for a change, and (2) they're actually quite good at it
Management
Jack Lew Could Be Treasury Secretary by the Weekend, but His First Moves Are Unclear
Few observers say they know where he stands on key issues.
Oversight
After the Sequester, Government Shutdown Looms
The continuing resolution keeping government open expires on March 27.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Sequester and The Oscars
Letterman and Stewart examine the steep budget cuts the sequester will bring.
Management