Bribery, Politics and Federal Pension Benefits
When Congress passes legislation to stop the corruption, or at least stop the perception of corruption, will the pensions of a small number of federal employees be affected?
How Not To Fire A Federal Employee
An agency proposed to fire an employee and then added another charge when he made a threatening comment. The court sends the case back to the MSPB for further review to see if the removal is justified even if one charge is thrown out.
Some Feds Are Making a Killing in Their TSP: Should You Switch Funds?
The S and I funds are hitting home runs again in January. Should you switch to these funds or stay put?
Getting By or Living High After Retirement?
How well can you expect to live after your retirement from government service? Here are a couple of illustrations.
Rating the “Clout Index” of Federal Employee Unions
Here is a “clout index” of several federal unions.
“(It) Makes Me Want to Throw Up”
Are the ethics rules governing Congress effective? How about the rules for the executive branch? Readers speak out on the issue.
Creating a Fear of Flying
Is the American public able to fly safely? Is the air traffic system out of control? Labor negotiations seem to be bringing out the worst aspects and confirming our fear of flying.
Looking for a Warm, Sunny Retirement Haven?
Do you have realistic plans for your retirement? Think about your lifestyle preferences and check out an area before pulling up stakes and moving. You may save yourself a lot of money and disappointment.
Congress, Federal Employees and Ethics
Are Congressional ethics rules effective? Are the ethics rules effective for the federal workforce?
Your “Big Brother” Wants You!
Do you use your government computer to search out “inappropriate material?” If so, your colleagues in the Justice Department would like to find out who you are.
