Statement from President & CEO James-Christian B. Blockwood of the National Academy of Public Administration on Inauguration Day 2025

“The National Academy of Public Administration is proud of its history supporting past presidential administrations. We have worked with numerous federal, state, and local agencies to address some of our nation’s most critical challenges. Through our expert guidance, independent studies, and collaborative efforts with public sector leaders, we have helped advance solutions that strengthen government operations and improve effective governance.

As a nonpartisan organization chartered by Congress to assist in building more efficient, accountable, and transparent institutions, we look forward to continuing that work with the incoming Trump Administration. In spite of enormous challenges, our country has made great progress. Our goal will always be to promote good governance, support the delivery of public value and strive for better outcomes for the American people.

To achieve this, government must restore public trust, rein in national debt and fiscal expenditures, modernize personnel management and technology systems, and focus on data-driven results.

The start of a new administration is another opportunity for public servants to deliver on behalf of all Americans. The Academy is committed to working with leaders at every level in pursuit of the accountable, efficient government Americans deserve.”