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Video: The Ambassador Who Paid the Ultimate Price

Chris Stevens was the embodiment of quiet, dedicated public service.

Defense

Obama orders stepped-up security at diplomatic posts

In wake of Libya attack, president praises efforts of civilian employees overseas.

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Management Tips from Barack Obama

The president offers some advice on taking on a challenging leadership role.

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When Government Works, Does Anyone Notice?

Here's what you don't hear much about on the news: a federal agency attacking a critical national problem.

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Retirement: We Want Your Views

What do you think the future holds, both for you and the federal retirement system?

Tech

Mars mission director’s message to feds: Persevere

Patience and willingness to make hard decisions are critical, says Doug McCuistion.

Management

Obama backs ambitious government but warns of limits on effectiveness

Government is a “force for good,” he says, but must be "leaner and more efficient."

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Fixing the Space Station With a Toothbrush

Spacewalking astronauts come up with a creative repair solution.

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Dem Platform: Not Quite Defending Government

Platform defends certain programs and federal efforts, but promotes reorganization of agencies and modernization of operations.

Editor's Notebook

Captain of Industry

When it comes to his presidential campaign, Mitt Romney is a company man.

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Romney Looks Away From Government

"It doesn't take a special government commission to tell us what America needs," he tells GOP faithful.

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Ryan: Choosing to Limit Government

GOP vice presidential candidate sketches a vision for dramatically scaling back the federal sector.

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Did Government 'Build That'?

One small business highlighted at the GOP convention relied heavily on federal support.

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The GOP View of Government

What the Republican platform has to say about overhauling the bureaucracy.

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The Most Famous Civilian Federal Employee Ever

Neil Armstrong was a reluctant hero -- just like a lot of other federal employees.