Management
Analysis: The legend of Simpson-Bowles
An updated deficit-reduction plan may be unveiled after the election.
Oversight
Van Hollen to play Paul Ryan in debate practice
The Maryland Democrat has been tapped to help Biden prepare.
Oversight
Obama camp offers deal for five years of Romney taxes
The exchange: No criticism that it's not more.
Oversight
Analysis: You vote what you eat
Spending, eating and drinking habits give clues about your political views.
Oversight
Ryan denies seeking stimulus money
Documents published by WSJ contradict VP candidate's claim about making requests.
Oversight
The least productive Congress in the modern era?
The 112th session boasts the lowest number of bills passed since World War II, USA Today says.
Oversight
Romney: I never paid less than 13 percent in taxes
Candidate calls Sen. Harry Reid’s charges that he paid no income taxes 'totally false.'
Oversight
Fed group in talks to host event with GOP Senate candidate
Town hall with Virginia’s George Allen in the works.
Oversight
Obama: Biden 'chains' remarks no big deal
The President says the comment should be looked at in context.
Management
Federal program reviews are superficial, Hill and agency veterans say
Data-based decision-making is poorly executed in government, report finds.
Oversight
Senator awaits DHS response to allegations against employees
Chemical security program employees allegedly received improper pay.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- This Campaign is Getting Dirty
Joe Biden's comment is up front of late-night hosts' minds.
Management
Union elects new president
Former VA nurse will lead American Federation of Government Employees.
Oversight
Biden revives 'etch a sketch' remark in blasting Romney
Vice president's comment comes after strong GOP criticism of his attacks.
Management
Sequestration could hit Washington area with recession, economist warns
But some disagree job losses would slice thousands off area’s federal and contractor payrolls.
Oversight
Why Issa won't drop 'fast and furious'
With less than 100 days until the elections, political calculations are also invariably at play.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Romney's Lighter Half and Obama Buys the Beer
Leno takes a look at Obama's trip to the Iowa State Fair.
Pay & Benefits
Are Americans ready for a real debate on the size of government?
As the chairman of the House Budget Committee, Paul Ryan passed two controversial budgets.
Management
The Obama and Ryan budgets, by the numbers
A comparison of how their proposals stack up on the specifics.
Oversight