I Would Like to Apologize–Or at Least Create the Appearance of an Apology
The “non-apology, apology” is common in public life today. Here is a classic example.
Retirement Myths: Retirement and Your Sick Leave Increments
The authors point out that as few as six hours of sick leave can increase your retirement annuity.
Leahy Renews Legislative Push to Limit Surveillance Authorities & Bolster Oversight
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) has introduced legislation that would add reforms and overhaul certain provisions of the USA PATRIOT Act and FISA Amendments Act.
The Trouble with Social Security Reform
The author says that the reform debate of Social Security has two opposing views, neither of which would actually reform the existing system.
Legislation Would End Wage Disparity for Hourly Federal Employees
Rep. Matt Cartwright (D-PA) has introduced legislation that would potentially boost the salaries of hourly wage federal employees.
Senators Say VA Must Do More for Military Sex Assault Victims
With the Pentagon’s startling estimate that 26,000 sexual assaults occurred last year, two key senators today urged the Department of Veterans Affairs to step up efforts to provide care and benefits for veterans who experienced sexual assault in the military.
OPM Selects Vendors for Dental and Vision Benefits Program
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has selected insurance carriers who will offer dental and vision benefits under the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) in 2014.
IRS Awards: Is It a $70 Million Scandal or Something Else?
There’s a lot of hubbub around D.C. this week owing to a report that despite a presidential order freezing Federal pay, IRS employees are getting a $70,000,000.00 award payout. The Author, not known for his pro-union reporting, seeks to separate the truth from the rhetoric and examine what is going on at the IRS and why.
Coburn Asks USDA to Explain Lavish Spending on Alcohol and Free Lunches
In a letter to USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack, Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK) is asking for answers as to why the USDA is providing subsidies for things such as island homes for the wealthy, vodka and celebrity chef junkets.
Are You Being Rewarded by Your Agency for Your Hard Work?
A recent study showed that just four out of ten federal employees felt they were being rewarded or promoted for doing good work. How does your agency compare?
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