Postal Service employees not told about extent of anthrax threat
The USPS acted properly when it did not release information about anthrax contamination to employees.
Current Events
Current news and events impacting the federal workforce, both current federal employees and federal retirees.
Automatic Pay Raises for Congressmen and Retirees–Guess Who Gets a Better Deal
Congressional pay raises are automatic and went up 3.1% in 2003.
Hollywood and Politics: Are Feds Influenced by the Opinions of Celebrities?
Celebrities have gathered a lot of publicity for their position on the War in Iraq. Fedsmith readers speak out on the Hollywood celebrities.
Using Credit Cards at HUD – It’s Like Free Money
A GAO report finds significant problems with the use of government credit cards at HUD.
Feds on the Job–Do they Stay for Idealism, Money, or as an Employer of Last Resort?
A majority of poll respondents indicated they stay with the government because of the pay and benefits
Feds express strong opinions–for and against President Bush
A majority of respondents give the President a favorable job rating. Comments were strongly worded on both sides.
Feds support military action against Iraq in new poll
Majority of respondents support action against Iraq
Fedsmith poll: View of UN more negative
70% of respondents say they have a “less favorable” view of the UN as a result of recent world events.
IRS Fired 71 for Misconduct Using Provisions of New Law
A new law has been used as a basis for firing 71 IRS employees over a period of several years.
Boycott French Products Say Majority of Poll Respondents
Majority of respondents say they are boycotting French products such as wine and cheese
