Management
U.S. embassy staffer in Cairo ignored instructions not to release statement
Embassy statement has led to intense political backlash.
Defense
Clinton: U.S. government had 'nothing to do' with anti-Muslim film
Video is 'disgusting and reprehensible,' secretary of State says.
Management
The Top 5 Government Services Companies of 2012
Inc. Magazine recently released its list of fastest growing companies in America--here are the top five government service corporations.
Defense
Demonstrations continue outside U.S. embassy in Cairo
Obama calls Egyptian president, who condemns the attacks in televised statement.
Defense
Protesters storm U.S. embassy in Yemen
President Hadi apologizes for the assault, orders investigation.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Romney's Troubles and the iPhone 5
A new product is released, but politics is always central to late-night comedy.
Oversight
No drama spending bill glides through House panel
Rules Committee spends less than 10 minutes on the stopgap measure.
Nextgov
Study: On Facebook, voting is contagious
Large-scale study of more than 60 million users conducted during the November 2010 election finds social network has discernible effect on participation.
Pay & Benefits
Washington gives props to feds at annual awards gala
Nonprofit group honors civil servants for wide-ranging work in medicine, transportation safety, and law enforcement.
Oversight
Obama says Romney shoots first, aims later
In 60 Minutes interview, president says his challenger lacks caution.
Management
GSA outlines progress cracking down on bonuses, pricey conferences
Acting chief details steps to improve accountability.
Nextgov
Feds work one month less per year than private sector peers, study shows
Data is based on a survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Pay & Benefits
Agencies don’t take advantage of ability to rehire retirees at full pay and annuity
GAO finds scant use of temporary waivers allowed by law.
Management
Has Technology Killed Courtesy at Work?
For all the connecting we do, we've never been more out of touch.
Management
HHS chief violated law restricting political activity, OSC finds
Sebelius says she has since changed event’s designation, repaid government for travel costs.
Management
Workplace Whiners and the Other Coworkers You'll Know
Today in The Wall Street Journal Sue Shellenbarger discusses a type of coworker you've surely had the occasion to work with, assuming you've been working in an office environment for any time at all. This is, Shellenbarger writes, the "workplace whiner."
Management
House passes bipartisan bill to improve Uncle Sam’s customer service
Agencies would have to collect feedback, appoint customer relations reps.
Oversight
Romney campaign denies acting rashly on Libyan situation
Advisor says tough criticism was meant to set in motion a larger debate.
Management
Video: DoD's Deputy Chief Management Officer on the Importance of Decision Making
Deputy Chief Management Officer for the Department of Defense spoke with Excellence in Government on her leadership journey.
Oversight