Employee Policy
Government to seek death penalty in mail carrier's killing
The federal government has filed a motion of its intent to seek the death penalty if a man charged with the murder of a rural mail carrier is convicted of the crime, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas announced.
Route Fifty
Texas Governor Announces New Action on Infectious Disease Readiness and Response
Rick Perry: “[I]t's important that we continue to adapt our response to these realities.”
Nextgov
US Needs a New Robotics Agency or the Machine Overlords Will Win … Or Something
Much is lost in the current patchwork approach, Ryan Calo argues.
Management
VA One Step Closer to Removing Controversial Procurement Chief
Watchdog’s ethics takedown of Susan Taylor prompts deputy secretary to name replacement.
Oversight
Stacked Deck
Democrats have it tough in Senate races this year; the GOP is looking at an even worse scenario in 2016.
Management
Here's How Mitt Romney Could Become a Contender in 2016
After two failed presidential campaigns, could the third time be the charm?
Pay & Benefits
VA Employees Fight for More Pay
Lawsuit and union seek to boost employee compensation.
Nextgov
With Technology and Transparency on its Side, NGA Ready for Its Day in the Sun
The agency has taken a lead role in the intelligence community’s technology integration plan and spearheaded big data efforts.
Oversight
Bobby Jindal Joins the GOP Hawks
The Louisiana governor calls for higher defense spending as he eyes a Republican presidential bid in 2016.
Management
The Spiritual Routines of the Mindful Road Warrior
How to stay grounded when you have to take flight.
News
How to Stump the Smartest Man in Obama’s Cabinet
Energy Secretary and renowned physicist Ernest Moniz has a few gaps in his education.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Takes Baby Steps Toward Reducing the Retirement Backlog in Sept.
Agency isn't likely to clear up the decades-long backlog by the end of 2014.
Nextgov
Is This the Year Cybersecurity Awareness Sinks In?
As October marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Nextgov will explore the various facets of the cyberthreat.
Management
Border Agency Improves Handling of Unaccompanied Minors
Watchdog finds better medical screening, food service and case processing during unannounced visits.
Management
What's the Point of a First Lady?
Fifty years ago, Lady Bird Johnson transformed the role of presidential spouse from hostess to political powerhouse, but the job is due for another reinvention.
Management
White House to America: Calm Down About a Domestic Ebola Outbreak
Officials say that unlike the affected West African nations, the U.S. is equipped to handle a potential epidemic.
Oversight
Play of the Day: How ISIS Is Beating President Obama
Saturday Night Live takes on the president.
Management
The 8 Worst Behavioral Archetypes on Executive Teams
How to keep the absentee, the frog and others from sinking your strategy.
Nextgov