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Federal workers, both Democrat and Republican, eager to vote this fall
Past behavior shows this population will show up big at the polls. How feds will vote is less clear.
Biden asks voters to let him ‘finish the job.’ Here’s what that means
His goals for child care, community college and prescription drugs have been laid out, and he has made promises on civil rights that are unfulfilled.
By Chris Megerian
Opinion
How agencies can bolster cyber infiltration, ‘exfiltration’ defenses
Exfiltration can manifest itself in an accidental or intentional disclosure of internal data.
By John Meyer
Opinion
Honor veterans by following their lead into public service
Our institutions aren’t just the stark marble facades in Washington — they’re the people who breathe life into them.
By Richard Powers
‘It’s larger than us.’ Arlington Cemetery staff preps for Veterans Day
Attention to detail and special touches are heightened this time of year when so much of the cemetery is in the public eye.
From pancakes to pizza, Veterans Day deals can save you some dough
Every dollar — and every gesture of appreciation — counts for veterans.
By Karen Jowers
Most young vets think it’s time to retire ‘Thank you for your service’
Veteran’s Day is fast approaching, and with it, a gathering storm of “Thank you for your service" dispatches.
By Jon Simkins
Veterans Day is on Saturday this year. Do fed employees get a day off?
This year, the 11th falls on a Saturday, which means the rules change — slightly — to give federal employees paid time off.
When does federal leave year end, and is that the best day to retire?
The federal leave year begins on the first day of the first full biweekly pay period in a calendar year.
By Reg Jones