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May 30, 2014
New Podcast: Social Media, Internet Provides Opportunities, Challenges for Lawmakers
The Congressional Management Foundation offers the Gold Mouse Awards annually to members of Congress who make the most of the opportunity the digital world offers them. POGO spoke with members of Rep. Mike Honda's communications team about their award.
Topics: Open Government
May 30, 2014
New Afghan War Plan Announced, But How Much Will It Cost?
The President has announced a new troop plan for Afghanistan, but it remains to be seen how much the Pentagon will request in war funding.
Continue Reading New Afghan War Plan Announced, But How Much Will It Cost?
Topics: National Security
May 28, 2014
VA IG Confirms Phoenix Hospital Lied about Wait Times
An internal Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) watchdog confirmed allegations today of falsified records at VA healthcare facilities, and in one case, discovered that veterans were waiting 91 days longer for care than the facility was reporting.
Continue Reading VA IG Confirms Phoenix Hospital Lied about Wait Times
Topics: Government Accountability
May 28, 2014
Review of UPF Project Finds Common Ground with POGO Proposal: Further Consideration of Alternatives Necessary
A Department of Energy review team has released its report on the
Uranium Processing Facility, recommending alternatives to this costly
nuclear construction project.
Topics: National Security
May 22, 2014
Amid Pentagon Spending Frenzy, House Passes a Few Sensible Amendments to NDAA
Today, the House of Representatives set aside partisan politics and adopted 10 sensible amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015 that will enhance the national security of the United States.
Continue Reading Amid Pentagon Spending Frenzy, House Passes a Few Sensible Amendments to NDAA
Topics: National Security
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The Congressional Management Foundation offers the Gold Mouse Awards annually to members of Congress who make the most of the opportunity the digital world offers them. POGO spoke with members of Rep. Mike Honda's communications team about their award.
