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Tallying Political Donations from Federal Employees and Unions

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 21, 2016 6:38 PM | Updated: Dec 27, 2016 7:29 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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Federal employee unions are generally supportive of Democrats. Federal employees donating in the 2016 election cycle followed suit. Here is a breakdown from agencies with significant donations.

Policy Change Hinted for Department of Energy in Questionnaire and New Secretary

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 15, 2016 1:37 PM | Updated: Dec 20, 2016 8:26 AM Categories Agency News, Human Resources Leave a comment

A questionnaire and new Secretary of Energy are creating consternation among federal employees. Change is in the air. What will be the impact on federal workers?

Federal Employee Unions and Election Consequences

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 11, 2016 2:33 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

There have not been dramatic legislative changes in federal human resources and labor relations since 1978. That could change in 2017. Here are some of the more significant proposals for change.

Senators Ask Obama to Freeze Federal Hiring Until Trump Takes Office

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 2, 2016 3:27 PM | Updated: Feb 17, 2017 9:31 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Two Senators have asked President Obama to freeze federal hiring during the transition between presidential administrations to combat the practice of “burrowing in” by political appointees.

Proposed Changes to Federal HR: From Worst Case to Possible

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 16, 2016 5:57 PM | Updated: Feb 16, 2018 4:25 PM Categories Human Resources, Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Many people expected a Hillary Clinton victory. Changes for federal employee pay and benefits may have been unlikely but now may have a greater chance of success. Here is a summary of possible proposals for change.

What Should The Next President Do With OPM?

By Jeff NealNov 10, 2016 7:55 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The author says that a new presidential administration should not assume that OPM as it exists today is the right structure for the future of federal workforce management. He says that the question that needs to be asked is, “What should be done with OPM?”

Federal Government and Federal Employees Under President Trump

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 9, 2016 8:51 AM Categories Human Resources, Agency News Leave a comment

The 2016 election will have an impact on the federal workforce. Here is a summary of changes that may be in store for the federal government and federal workers under President Trump.

Comey Says FBI Stands By Decision Not to Pursue Charges in Clinton Email Investigation

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 6, 2016 5:31 PM | Updated: Nov 11, 2016 8:36 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

In a follow up letter to Members of Congress, FBI Director James Comey said his agency has found no new evidence that would warrant any charges against Hillary Clinton for her use of a private email server while Secretary of State.

FedSmith.com Users Say Fear is Motivating Voting Preferences

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 6, 2016 1:02 PM | Updated: Nov 11, 2016 8:36 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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When you think of voting in the election this year, what is your motivation: enthusiasm for your preferred candidate to win or fear of the other candidate winning? According to a majority of FedSmith.com users, fear of the other candidate is their primary motivation.

Big Jump for Trump in Reader’s Presidential Preference Survey

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithNov 3, 2016 12:35 PM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A very recent survey on presidential preference among readers was taken after the FBI announcement on October 28th. The results are substantially different than a similar survey taken several weeks earlier.

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