PODCAST: Executive Power and Civil Service Reform with Adam White and Clark Kelso Season 2 · Ep 38
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More than 400 agencies comprise the U.S. Federal government. Add fifty-five state and territory governments. More than 3,000 county governments...
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As we reflect on 2025 and look ahead to an ambitious 2026, the Agile Government Center is proud of a...
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Public Administration has experienced a year of constant uncertainty and change. We talk often about these changes with respect to...
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State and local governments are the backbone of public service delivery in the United States. From administering elections and managing...
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Photos from the 2025 National Conference in Washington, D.C. (November 3-4).
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Twelve public servants from federal agencies were honored at the 76th annual Arthur S. Flemming Awards for their exceptional public...
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere, sparking both optimism about its potential and anxiety about its risks. As someone who has...
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Who or what inspired you to enter public service?My parents were absolutely my inspiration to go into public service. They...
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Who or what inspired you to enter public service? I was inspired to enter public service in a couple of...
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The National Academy of Public Administration announced today that 42 leaders in the field of public administration have been elected...
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Who or what inspired you to enter public service? When I was 11 years old, I started a paper route...
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Who or what inspired you to enter into public service? My father. He was physically disabled but remained engaged with...
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Who or what inspired you to enter into public service? I come from a family of public servants. My father...
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Time out, please! Can we all take a deep breath, stop all the hyperbole and partisan advocacy, and just give...
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The Academy has existed for nearly 60 years, and most are familiar with the studies and assessments we do for...
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Who or what inspired you to enter into public service? I was fortunate to have two mentors who helped guide...
As the federal government undergoes sweeping reforms and structural shifts, the National Academy of Public Administration has provided a timely...
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