Threat Connector Two years ago, John O. Brennan got the nod to build a new kind of intelligence organization. But to do it, he had to persuade the most powerful, turf-conscious agencies in government to donate staff and money. By Justin Rood
Getting to Liftoff NASA's mission management team puts a new philosophy on the flight line for Discovery. By Beth Dickey
Haunted by Abu Ghraib Having helped reveal abuse at the notorious prison, former interrogator Torin Nelson opens up about why it happened and how it has wrecked his career. By Jason Vest
NEWS+ANALYSIS
Waiting for Alliant After much delay, GSA vows to roll out its governmentwide contract for technology purchases next year. By David Perera
Uncle Sam Blogs You The Army Reserve provides content to attract and keep soldiers. By Jason Vest
Past Trumps Present Politics keeps Cold War weapons alive, sucking resources from the battles at hand. By Jason Vest
Avian Enemy Bird flu raises special concerns for deployed troops. By Katherine McIntire Peters
Hawk or Dove Attorney General Alberto Gonzales balances tough action with an amiable management style. By Brian Friel
Tax Collectors for Hire Some say only IRS employees should be able to pursue overdue debtors. By Kimberly Palmer
Off the Air The Voice of America will cease broadcasting its flagship English radio program by year's end. By Katherine McIntire Peters
ADVICE+DISSENT
Tech Insider
Polling Chads And Fads Electronic voting machines might not be the best solution. By David Perera
Management Matters
Parting Wisdom Pentagon change agent's legacy sets Defense leaders on a new course. By Brian Friel
Political World
The Next Congress Retirements, election losses and a host of new committee chiefs will dramatically alter Capitol Hill. By Charles Mahtesian
Viewpoint
Crisis of Contracting Procurement missteps after Katrina signal government's failure to work as a system of systems. By William G.T. Tuttle, Susan Livingstone and Robert Welch
Viewpoint
In Harm's Way Government must act now to thwart the toll of the next disaster. By Ronald J. Daniels, Donald F. Kettl and Howard Kunreuther
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