Week 2

2/16/15-2/18/15

February 16, 2015- interview

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IN TONIGHT'S GOVERNMENT INSIDER, "THE HIGH RISK LIST."

AT THE START OF EVERY NEW CONGRESS, THE G-A-O CALLS ATTENTION TO AGENCIES
AND PROGRAMS THAT ARE VULNERABLE.
NOW, THE 20-15 UPDATE HAS IDENTIFIED TWO NEW AREAS.
WHAT ARE THEY?
FOR ANSWERS WE TURN TO OUR GUEST TONIGHT ON CAPITAL INSIDER.
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CHRIS MIHM, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC ISSUES WITH THE GOVERNMENT
ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE.
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CHRIS, LETS START WITH THE BASICS. WHAT IS THE HIGH RISK LIST AND HOW IS IT
COMPILED?
-THIS YEAR'S REPORT SHOWS CONCERN FOR THE DEPARTMENT FOR VETERANS
AFFAIRS -- SPECIFICALLY THEIR HEALTH-CARE SYSTEM.
WHY HAS THIS BEEN ADDED TO THIS LIST?
-THE REPORT ALSO HIGHLIGHTS LIMITATIONS IN THE V-A'S EXISTING I-T SYSTEMS.
WHAT ARE THEY? AND WHAT IS THE AGENCY DOING TO FIX THEM?
-MANAGMENT OF FEDERAL I-T ACQUISTIONS HAS ALSO BEEN ADDED TO THE HIGH RISK
LIST -- DESPITE AN 80 BILLION DOLLAR INVESTMENT.
WHY?
-WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE TO IMPROVE THE GOVERNMENT'S TRACK RECORD FOR THE
DELIVERY OF NEW I-T SYSTEMS?
-WHAT OTHER MAJOR CHANGES ARE IN THE 20-15 HIGH RISK LIST REPORT? AND WERE
THERE ANY ISSUES THAT HAVE BEEN RESOLVED SINCE LAST YEAR?#
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chris mihm, managing director of strategic issues with the g-a-o, thanks.

February 16, 2015- blog post

The FEC and nonprofits
Levinthal interview February 12, 2015
The Federal Election Commission held an open hearing to address campaign contributions. The
hearing caused politically active organizations to argue for their own pet political projects.
Dave Levinthal, senior reporter with the Center for Public Integrity, covered the forum and
discussed the issues of the proposed FEC rule with Capital Insider.
-Protecting Africa
Green Interview February 12, 2015

Security experts are becoming increasingly concerned with the spread of terrorist organizations in
Africa. Now, experts say fighting terrorism on the continent is key to global security.
J.J. Green, national security correspondent for WTOP radio, discussed the threat to civilians in
Africa and other issues with Capital Insider.

February 16- Kicker story

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SHRINKING MONUMENT?</mos>]

GOVERNMENT SURVEYORS HAVE DETERMINED A NEW HEIGHT FOR THE WASHINGTON

MOMUMENT THAT IS NEARLY 10 INCHES SHORTER THAN WHAT WAS ORIGINALLY
RECORDED MORE THAN 130 YEARS AGO.
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THE MONUMENT NOW MEASURES JUST OVER 554 FEET -- AS OPPOSED TO JUST OVER
555 FEET.
SO DOES THIS MEAN THE MONUMENT IS SHRINKING? NO -- NOT EVEN CLOSE.
MODERN INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS -- THE OFFICIAL GUIDELINE FOR MEASURING
BUILDINGS -- HAS CHANGED.
THE ORIGINAL MEASURMENT USED FOUR BRASS MARKERS WHICH ARE ABOUT 9
INCHES OFF THE GROUND AS THE STARTING POINT -- BUT NOW MEASUREMENTS
BEGIN AT ENTRY POINT.

February 18- fox interview

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IN TONIGHT'S GOVERNMENT INSIDER, "FEDERAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT."
MANAGERS ARE OFTEN CAUGHT UP IN THE DAY-TO-DAY GRIND, WORKING TOWARDS
THEIR AGENCY'S MISSION.
BUT SOMETIMES THEY FORGET DEVELOPMENT IS PART OF A SUCCESSFUL TEAM.
HOW CAN THEY IMPROVE, BUT STILL STAY ON TASK?
FOR INSIGHT WE TURN TO OUR GUEST TONIGHT ON CAPITAL INSIDER.
TOM FOX, WITH THE PARTNERSHIP FOR PUBLIC SERVICE.
HE'S OUR "FEDERAL COACH"... AND WRITES A COLUMN FOR THE WASHINGTON POST.
TOM -- MANY FEDERAL MANAGERS ARE BUSY HANDLING BUDGET CONCERNS,
PERSONNEL MATTERS, AND OTHER ISSUES ON A DAILY BASIS.
HOW HARD IS IT FOR THEM TO THINK ABOUT DEVELOPING LEADERSHIP SKILLS AS
WELL?
-IN A RECENT ARTICLE YOU OUTLINE TIPS FOR THESE MANAGERS SO THEY CAN WORK
TOWARD BETTER DEVELOPMENT.
ONE OF THEM WAS KEEPING YOURSELF DISCIPLINED.
EXPLAIN.
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ANOTHER TIP WAS FINDING A MENTOR -- WHICH CAN BE TRICKY.

HOW DO YOU SUGGEST FEDERAL MANAGERS SEEK OUT A MORE EXPERIENCED
EXECUTIVE?
-SO TOM TIE IT ALL TOGETHER FOR US.
WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP TO TAKE WHEN DEVELOPING
LEADERSHIP SKILLS? AND WHAT SHOULD MANAGERS DO IF THEY FEEL THEY'RE
STUCK IN A RUT?#