Management
There’s a Crisis of Meaning in Government Service
Public service is a noble calling. It’s time to connect with that larger purpose.
Management
Thousands of Feds Respond to Irma’s Massive Destruction
Agencies across government have mobilized to support victims of Hurricane Irma.
Management
When Hurricane Warnings Are Lost in Translation
With Irma looming, organizations are hitting some roadblocks in getting information out to Floridians who don’t speak English.
Management
Hurricane Irma: 'We've Never Seen a Storm This Strong'
“I have little doubt Irma will go down as one of the most infamous in Atlantic hurricane history,” said Eric Blake, a scientist with the National Hurricane Center.
Management
Even Leaders Have to Follow Sometimes
We spend a lot of time talking about what it takes to lead. Perhaps we should devote a bit more time to what it means to follow.
Management
Feds Send Additional Inspectors to Florida Nuclear Power Plants
Office of Personnel Management authorizes emergency hiring authorities to agencies responding to Harvey and preparing for Irma.
Oversight
Hundreds at EPA Reportedly Take Buyouts or Early Retirement
Union official questions how agency will respond to crises with reduced workforce.
Management
Trump Justice Department Declines to Prosecute Ex-IRS Official
House Republicans sought to reverse the Obama administration’s rejection of political targeting charges against Lois Lerner.
Management
GSA Relaxes Rules to Speed Contracting for Hurricane Relief Efforts
Agency raises purchase thresholds and says preference should be given to local firms.
Management
The Beginning of the End of the Debt Ceiling
With another deal with Democrats, President Trump could release the hostage that congressional Republicans took during their early fiscal battles with the Obama administration.
Oversight
DEA Exec Intervened to Reinstate Security Clearance of Agent Involved in Sex Scandal
Special agent was suspended for granting his mistress (who was also a criminal) access to agency facilities, drug case evidence.
Management
More than 32,000 Feds Are Responding to Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
Agencies across the government have pitched in on federal response and recovery efforts to disasters on two fronts.
Management
When Employees Screw Up, Don’t Screw Up Your Response
A healthy organization allows people to own up to their mistakes.
Management
Trump and Mar-a-Lago Have a Long and Questionable History With Hurricanes
After Wilma in 2005, Trump received $17 million in insurance payments. Oddly, others don't seem to recall much damage.
Management
Commission on Evidence-Based Policy Calls for Interagency Coordination
Report recommends a National Secure Data Service that would help with specific projects without compromising privacy.
Management
Here’s What the U.S. Could Sell South Korea and Japan to Counter North Korea
Trump doubles the allowable size of Seoul’s warheads and promises to transfer more sophisticated weapons to Asian allies.
Management
Leadership Vacancies Have Slowed Security Clearance Reform, Officials Say
To cope with delays, the Pentagon issues risky interim clearances, resulting in “rapists and pedophiles” having access to classified information.
Management
Trump's Makeover of the Federal Reserve Will Start Sooner Than Expected
Stanley Fischer's unexpected resignation means five of seven seats on the Fed's powerful Board of Governors will be open for Trump's nominees.
Management
Trump Backs Deal to Avert a Shutdown ... For Now
Lawmakers weigh continuing resolution to keep government open through mid-December, and a temporary hike in the debt ceiling.
Management