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

Public really dislikes Congress

August is tied with February as the lowest rating in Gallup's 38-year history.