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Lessons from the Fight to End Veteran Homelessness
Homelessness is pervasive among veterans who are disproportionately represented among the homeless population. In addition to employment barriers such as increased instances of mental illness and substance abuse, veterans tend…
Unintended Consequences
Hillary Clinton did not lose the 2016 presidential election because of low black voter turnout, voter suppression, Hispanics voting for Trump or white men. Clinton lost because not enough white…
Making Our Voices Heard
Twenty years ago Susan Tolchin, then a professor at George Washington University, published The Angry American: How Voter Rage is Changing the Nation. Sadly, Professor Tolchin died in May 2016…
The Public Sector as the Employer of Choice by Youth in the Middle East
Youth in the Middle East present an interesting case for the study of the attractiveness of the public sector. Data collected in many polls show the preference of the public…
Water, Water Everywhere — Well, Maybe Not so Much
When scientists look for signs of life in the universe, the first thing they look for is water. Over 50 percent of our bodies is water. We can live only…
Funding Improved Mobility Options in Oakland
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Linda L. Day December 16, 2016 Communities where private automobiles…
Rethinking the “Emotion” of Emotional Labor in Public Administration
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Geri Miller-Fox December 16, 2016 For those who are not…
Fighting for the Uninsured: Government’s Role in Public Health
The Affordable Care Act doesn't let the IRS come after you if you don't pay the penalty. Failing to pay isn't a crime. So why this mandate and what’s its…
Public Management, Viet Nam Seabees and Complexity
Today’s public managers routinely face complex situations that are rarely simple and straightforward. Complexity theory and statistics can yield insights through computation. …
Fortifying the Foundation of the Future: Institutions, Communication and Temperaments
Across the country and around the world, myriad problems exist with ample blame bandied about for the challenges that face humanity and the planet. As we reflect on the seismic…
Identifying Best Practices in Workforce Management
Aside from consultants promoting employee engagement studies, there has been virtually no interest in identifying the practices that are most effective in managing government’s workforce. At the same time, independent…