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Management

The Human Touch

It’s all right to be wrong.

Management

Birthday Wishes

At 70, the Federal Register really could use a makeover.

Defense

Agencies struggle to get a handle on illegal immigrants

More than 100,000 of the illegal aliens caught by the government last year slipped away.

Management

As the Wall Crumbles

Intelligence and law enforcement agencies topple the information barrier.

News And Analysis

Hawk or Dove

Management

Hawk or Dove

Attorney General Alberto Gonzales balances tough action with an amiable management style.

Management

Parting Wisdom

Pentagon change agent’s legacy sets Defense leaders on a new course.

Management

Forget About Perks

Federal executives should seek no greater reward than honest, humble service.

News

Gonzales fulfills expectations of supporters, doubters

Backers praise attorney general's open management style; critics say he's too strong an advocate for the president.

Defense

Justice Department to get a national security chief

Patriot Act reauthorization would create a division to oversee counter-terrorism, counter-espionage and FISA-warrant-seeking shop.

Management

The Trust Factor

Employees who are kept out of the loop feel betrayed and become less productive.

Management

Work Auditions

Here’s an idea: New employees should excel to keep their jobs.