Radio Interviews
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There are some rather staggering numbers coming out of the war in Iraq. Four thousand soldiers killed in action, more than 34,000 wounded – and only six considered worthy of the nation’s highest military award,…
August 19, 2009 -
Federal agencies are infusing billions of dollars into the US economy, but what happens when the stimulus money is gone? What are the chances the economy will rebound quickly given that the recession has affected…
August 19, 2009 -
Federal agencies have sent hundreds of civilians to Afghanistan ahead Thursday’s presidential election. The goal is to help that country choose its next leader in a peaceful way and to help Afghans rebuild their war-torn…
August 18, 2009 -
Federal agencies have pushed out just a fraction of the money afforded to them in the 6-month old stimulus package. But what does this mean in terms of results? The Brookings Institution is looking for…
August 18, 2009 -
The Partnership for Public Service this morning is co-hosting a panel on how you can groom the next bright generation of Human Resources leaders. For starters, they’re asking newly hired federal HR professionals about what…
August 18, 2009 -
Written by Ruben Gomez & Tom Temin Edited by Suzanne Kubota This morning’s federal news as heard on WFED: More of you are investing for the day you quit work. The people who run your…
August 18, 2009 -
Contractor business systems are a mess. That opinion was conveyed by several participants in a hearing of the Commission on Wartime Contracting in Iraq and Afghanistan Tuesday. The Commission’s web site says Tuesday’s hearing was…
August 14, 2009 -
Congress and the President are examining ways to transform America’s electric delivery system into a smart grid. But how will this actually be implemented at the state and federal level to ensure interoperability? Frederick Butler…
August 14, 2009 -
Written by Ruben Gomez & Tom Temin Edited by Suzanne Kubota This morning’s federal news as heard on WFED: A new union contract may pave smoother runways between air traffic controllers and FAA managers. The…
August 14, 2009 -
Contractor business systems are a mess. That opinion was conveyed by several participants in a hearing of the Commission on Wartime Contracting in Iraq and Afghanistan Tuesday. The Commission’s web site says Tuesday’s hearing was…
August 13, 2009 -
No rulemaking agency hits more closely to your stomach, or maybe even your medicine cabinet, than the FDA. That agency’s leader is looking at new ways to enforce the rules. So what exactly IS her…
August 13, 2009 -
Written by Tom Temin & Ruben Gomez Edited by Suzanne Kubota This morning’s federal news as heard on WFED: Uncle Sam is helping more of his employees pay for college. Office of Personnel Management reports…
August 13, 2009 -
After 37 years at the Department of Veterans Affairs, including 20 years in the Senior Executive Service, Frederick Malphurs has seen a lot. He’s written about his experience in the book My Life in the…
August 12, 2009 -
Written by Ruben Gomez and Jane Norris Edited by Suzanne Kubota This morning’s federal news as heard on WFED: Federal Employees may have to wait a little longer for faster promotions. The Office of Personnel…
August 12, 2009 -
A third-quarter loss of over $2.4 billion is being projected by the US Postal Service. USPS Inspector General David Williams says the loss can largely be attributed to workers’ compensation and future health care payments.…
August 11, 2009