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What Exactly Those Data Brokers Know About You
At least nine companies know more about you than Google or Facebook.
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Justice Fires Back at Issa on Testimony Over IRS Probe
House Oversight panel had subpoenaed department’s election crimes prosecutor.
Management
House Defense Bill Would Raise Small Business Contracting Goals
Contractors group skeptical that current data is accurate.
Management
Widespread Discrimination Forces Agency to Create New Pass-Fail Performance Rating System
Agency will spend $5 million to address past disparities.
Management
Untying the Knots in the Federal Hiring Process
Much can be done to help agencies share expertise and attract young talent.
Management
Top Senior Execs to Be Honored Next Week, But Not With Bonuses
Group will host a State Department reception for 2013 presidential rank award finalists.
Defense One
Obama Wants All U.S. Troops Out of Afghanistan by 2017
President Obama wants to keep 9,800 troops in Afghanistan next year, then shrink to a ‘normal embassy presence’ by 2017. By Stephanie Gaskell
Defense
White House Accidentally Blows Cover of CIA Station Chief in Kabul
The CIA officer was one of many senior U.S. officials identified as taking part in a military briefing for Obama.
Management
No Matter How Big Your Tax Bill, You Probably Shouldn't Threaten to Kill IRS Employees
A Rhode Island man who owed three years of back taxes lashed out at an IRS agent.
Management
The Complete Guide to Biking to Work
If you’ve decided to join the bike pack, congratulations. You’ll probably be healthier, happier, and save money on your commute.
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No, the VA Is Not an Obamacare Preview
The Veterans Affairs system is completely different from Obamacare.
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Senate Defense Bill Mulls Bonuses for Cyber Pros
Legislation also directs the services to consider if the cyber battleground warrants new career fields.
Management
House Bill Would Tap Into Nuclear Weapons Fund to Aid Veterans
Money would go toward improving vets' financial literacy and identifying deficiencies in wounded warrior treatment.
Management
How to Lead Change From the Lower Ranks
Start small and the positive outcomes will stimulate others to follow.
Pay
Senate bill calls for 3.3 percent pay hike
Employee groups praised the introduction of legislation that would provide federal workers with a 3.3 percent pay raise in 2015.
Benefits
VA effort to speed medical care will enlist private resources
The Department of Veterans Affairs on May 24 issued a statement saying that it has "redoubled" its efforts to provide veterans with high quality care—and that it "has taken steps at national and local levels to ensure timely access to care" that includes pulling in private health care resources.
Oversight
Does Hillary Owe It to Democrats to Run?
Karl Rove's attacks on Clinton's health divert attention from what promises to be a fascinating election, no matter who decides to enter the fray.
Management
Obama Touts OMB and HUD Nominees as ‘Proven' Leaders, Managers
Observers praise moves, noting future OMB chief’s likely role in budget battles.
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