Editor's Note

Hacker Attackers

The government goes public with efforts to take down cybercriminals—and stop them before they start.

Management

OMB to contractors: Follow Labor guidance on pre-sequester layoff notices

If companies do, officials say, agencies will cover their liability under federal law requiring advance warning of layoffs.

News

The Cabinet Secretary Who Doesn't Use Email. Ever.

Janet Napolitano admits she's a "Luddite" when it comes to online communication.

News

The Next BRAC: When Hell Freezes Over

The "emphatic distaste" of members of Congress for further rounds of base closures.

Defense

Defense budget chief: Sequester would have serious impact on civilians

'High probability' of hiring freeze, furloughs.

News

Job Security in Government

Behind the data showing that government workers stay in their jobs longer.

News

Obama: Somewhere, a Fed is Doing Something Dumb

At any given moment, some government employee is messing up, president says.

News

OPM's Berry: I'm No Hairdresser

A revealing profile of the Obama administration's highest-ranking gay official.

Management

Romney outlines $500 billion in annual pay, workforce, program cuts

GOP nominee pledges improved efficiency and sharply increased productivity.

Management

Obama hails public servants killed in Libya

"They had a mission, and they believed in it," president says.

News

What Serving America Is All About

Thoughts on a night when highly accomplished feds take center stage.

News

Video: The Ambassador Who Paid the Ultimate Price

Chris Stevens was the embodiment of quiet, dedicated public service.

Defense

Obama orders stepped-up security at diplomatic posts

In wake of Libya attack, president praises efforts of civilian employees overseas.

News

Management Tips from Barack Obama

The president offers some advice on taking on a challenging leadership role.

News

When Government Works, Does Anyone Notice?

Here's what you don't hear much about on the news: a federal agency attacking a critical national problem.

News

Retirement: We Want Your Views

What do you think the future holds, both for you and the federal retirement system?

Tech

Mars mission director’s message to feds: Persevere

Patience and willingness to make hard decisions are critical, says Doug McCuistion.

Management

Obama backs ambitious government but warns of limits on effectiveness

Government is a “force for good,” he says, but must be "leaner and more efficient."

Management

Innovation Isn't Always Big

It's not always a matter of huge breakthroughs.

News

Maybe the Era of Big Government Isn't Over

Bill Clinton makes the case for a prominent role for the feds.