Oversight
Watchdog: Some FHA-Approved Homes in Flint Had Unsafe Water
HUD did not properly oversee water testing for lead and copper in several properties that received FHA-insured loans.
Management
Agencies Get a New Playbook for Managing Risks
The guidelines, which are being circulated by GSA and the Partnership for Public Service, provide an action plan for complying with the updated Circular A-123.
Management
The Government Has Approved the First Private Landing on the Moon
"Only three super powers have ever landed on any planet—we will become the fourth super power."
Management
Harness the Power of Thanks
Well-expressed gratitude can open doors, solidify relationships, and change careers.
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DOD Issues Final Rule to Avoid Counterfeit Electronics
Focuses on the careful selection of suppliers and verifying the authenticity of electronic parts
Oversight
New Law Imposes Income Cap on Public Housing Residents
Measure aims to strengthen oversight of extremely over-income public housing tenants and ensure needy families aren’t shut out.
Management
Even Presidential Candidates Need Sleep
Sleep is essential for good executive functioning and for good general health. So how do candidates keep up the grueling demands of their schedules?
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GSA Officials on Increased Bid Protests: 'This is How It’s Going to Be'
Expect and plan for bid protests so agency missions aren't disrupted, officials say.
Management
FBI Director Lauds Whistleblowers' Role in Culture of 'Humility'
Comey marks appreciation day acknowledging bureau as "imperfect."
Management
Joe Biden Officiated His First Marriage — a Same-sex Union at His House
The grooms were two long-time White House staffers.
Management
Five Strategies for Leading a High-Impact Team
Many of the strategies leaders have adopted to improve teamwork are not all that effective.
Management
President Obama Says Gold Star Military Families 'Represent the Very Best of Our Country'
The commander-in-chief’s speech to a disabled veterans’ group was a counterweight to Donald Trump’s comments on the military.
Management
Contractor for Afghan Army Vehicles More Than Doubled Cost, Watchdog Finds
Miscues and waste likely to require Pentagon to spend $1 billion more.
Management
With Political Conventions Over, Presidential Transition Planning to Hit Full Stride
Former Gov. Leavitt and Sen. Kaufman welcome cooperation under new law.
Management
'He Doesn't Know What the Word Sacrifice Means'
Donald Trump has chosen to debate the parents of a slain American serviceman over who has sacrificed more.
Management
How Do You Do a Start-Up in the Government?
Leaders who have helped to stand up new agencies points to a number of lessons.
Management
Is the Constitution at Stake in This Year’s Election?
A 20-year conservative trend in the Supreme Court is on the line. A constitutional scholar examines why this issue alone will drive herds of voters to the polls in November.
Management
Living in a Chaotic World: How to Keep Anxiety at Bay
With shootings and explosions and a coup in recent weeks, it's only natural that anxiety would besiege us. There are research-tested ways, however, that can help us deal with it.
Management
Donald Trump's Radical Foreign Policy
The Republican nominee doesn’t just disagree with Democrats—his ideas represent a break with a long list of policies that have won bipartisan support for decades.
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