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Watchdog Says Secret Service Misses the Bar on Cybersecurity
The department's inability to get its own agency to fall in line could raise questions about the enlargement of Homeland Security's cyber authorities.
Management
More Proof That No One Wants or Listens to Your Voicemails
The new standard outgoing message asks the caller to try again later or use an “alternative method” to get in touch.
Management
Obamacare on Track to Beat Enrollment Goals
More than 6 million people picked plans in the first month of enrollment.
Defense
Anti-ISIS Operation Gets Its Own Inspector General
Pentagon watchdog to lead audits of military and foreign aid campaigns.
Management
Health Service Marks Banner Year Without a Surgeon General
Commissioned corps took on Ebola and skin cancer, and reignited no-smoking campaign.
Management
Despite Senate’s Confirmation Spree, Many Agencies Maintain Key Leadership Vacancies
The White House is reviewing which appointees to re-nominate for the 114th Congress’ approval.
Route Fifty
Will Your State Get a White Christmas?
The U.S. has seen an uptick in snow-filled days at Christmastime.
Oversight
The 113th Congress Wasn't the Least Productive Congress Ever
The last two years were pretty slow on Capitol Hill, but they didn't set a record.
Pay & Benefits
Most Troops Will See More Money Next Year
Pentagon announces increases in basic pay, housing and food allowances.
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From FITARA to FISMA Reform: 5 Key Tech Bills Passed by Congress in 2014
When it comes to a few key pieces of technology and cybersecurity legislation, the 113th Congress was surprisingly fruitful.
Oversight
Obama's Recent Bold Actions Shape the Contest for 2016
The verdict on Obama unbound will pivot on whether his initiatives improve or diminish the chances of a Democrat succeeding him in 2016.
Tech
How Will the U.S. Punish North Korea?
The U.S. has little economic leverage over North Korea without the help of Russia and China, but their support may be difficult to secure.
Management
American Airport Security is Getting Less Oppressive
Is it the right time to change the TSA restrictions?
Management
A Holiday Gift of Transformational Leadership
Obama praises resilience and spirit of federal executives.
Employee Policy
Federal Coach: How to strengthen federal workers' job satisfaction
The newly released 2014 “Best Places to Work in the Federal Government” rankings show declining employee job satisfaction at a majority of agencies, but there is strong evidence that committed leaders can make a difference in creating more positive and productive work environments.
Employee Policy
Neither snow, nor rain, nor the day after Christmas
While most federal employees will get the day after Christmas off, postal employees will report to work as usual.
Employee Policy
Army chief corrects improper officer separations
Army Secretary John McHugh recently stepped in to correct errors resulting from administrative missteps that occurred when the Army conducted involuntary separation and early retirement boards to shrink its officer corps.
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