Dissent Under Pressure
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Parisa VinzantJuly 17, 2026 For the first time, in May 2026, the federal government proposed a blanket, government-wide non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for current and future public…
What Public Administrators Should Watch for in the New Grants Environment
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By John M. KamenskyJuly 17, 2026 One of the clearest shifts is the federal government’s renewed emphasis on payment integrity and fraud prevention before money goes out…
What Do We Celebrate? Selective Remembrance and the Administration of History
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By George S. WelchJuly 17, 2026 Every July, Americans gather to celebrate Independence Day. Fireworks illuminate the night sky, flags wave from front porches and political leaders…
The Caseworker in the Age of AI: Protecting Discretion While Embracing Automation
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Albert Nii Noi OkweiJuly 10, 2026 Between 2013 and 2015, Michigan ran much of its unemployment fraud system on autopilot. The Michigan Integrated Data Automated System,…
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