Retirement Backlog Hits a New High
The backlog of retirement claims at OPM has reached its highest level in nearly a decade.
Seeking Another Federal Holiday (and a Day Off for Federal Employees)
A new bill would add a federal holiday to honor Rosa Parks. What was her role, and is history of her role in this event accurate?
The 2021 Social Security Trustees Report is Already Outdated
The author says that Social Security may be in a more dire financial state than the latest Trustees report suggests.
Why Would Anyone Want to be a Union Representative?
What makes a person want to be a union rep? The author shares some of his experiences based on his career in labor relations.
Social Security Trust Funds Projected to Run Out of Money Sooner Than Expected
The Social Security trust fund most Americans rely on for their retirement will run out of money in 12 years according to the latest Trustees report.
Which TSP Fund Is Up More Than 31% in 12-Months?
One TSP Fund is up more than 31% in the past 12 months. Here are the latest returns for the month, so far in 2021 and the past year. How do your investments compare?
USPS Reinstates Mask Requirement for Employees
The Postal Service is again requiring masks for its employees, regardless of their vaccination status.
USPS Shorted Some Employees’ Pay for Years, Investigation Finds
The Postal Service regularly cheats mail carriers out of their pay, according to a Center for Public Integrity investigation.
If I Had a Magic Wand, How Would I Change the LR Statute?
The author lists changes he would like to see made to the labor relations statute.
Competitive Service vs. Excepted Service: What’s the Difference?
What are the key differences between the federal government’s hiring authorities: Competitive Service, Excepted Service, and Senior Executive Service?
