Defense
Watchdog alleges abuses of Afghanistan security contract
Employees of contractor claim co-workers engaged in lewd behavior jeopardizing the security of the U.S. embassy in Kabul.
News
From Nextgov.com: Wealthy, well-educated more likely to engage in online civic activities
The findings from a study indicate the Obama administration might have more work to do to meet its goal of increasing broad public involvement in policymaking.
Pay & Benefits
TSP funds recover more slowly in August
Some investment options post sizable gains this year, but have yet to make up for losses in 2008.
News
Small businesses make modest contracting gains
Spending on deals with small firms increases at a slower pace than overall contract spending.
Oversight
Energy, Treasury announce first clean energy project awards
Recovery Act program is expected to provide $3 billion in cash assistance for qualifying companies.
Oversight
Mixed Messages
The RNC chairman's pledge to preserve Medicare is incompatible with his party's visions of sweeping change.
Defense
ADVICE+DISSENT:Intelligence File Paper Chief?
DNI Dennis Blair has been challenged by his workforce.
Management Matters - Advice And Dissent
Travel Warning
Managers and employees could end up footing hefty bills for work-related trips.
Viewpoint
Wargaming Without the War
Crisis planners from all walks of leadership have much to learn from the military’s ancient art.
Viewpoint
Turn Styles
Which leadership techniques work and which don’t in the quest to change government.
News And Analysis
Out From Under
With a spike in disability benefit claims, SSA is trying to keep its head above water.
News And Analysis