Two decades later: How lessons from the 9/11 Commission Report can help us improve the political appointment process and protect our national security

September 13, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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The Three Big Mistakes in the 2020 Plum Book

June 30, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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Five Questions About Serving on Federal Boards, Commissions and Advisory Committees

June 24, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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Prominent Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Have Served in the Federal Government

May 20, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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The U.S. Process for Confirming a Cabinet Takes Longer Than Almost All Other Countries

May 5, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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The Biden Administration Faces Obstacles Getting Key Officials in Place Despite a Well-Organized Transition

April 30, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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The Center for Presidential Transition’s Pivotal Role in This Year’s Presidential Transition of Power

April 26, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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Pace of Senate Confirmations: How Does Biden Compare With Previous Presidents?

April 21, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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Why People With State and Local Experience Should Serve As Presidential Appointees

April 13, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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Most Nominations Withdrawn From Consideration by the Senate Happen Prior To Receiving a Committee Hearing

March 18, 2020

For senior officials, many of their records are permanently valuable and one day will be sent to the National Archives to help document the country’s history. As senior officials often enter and leave federal service during times of presidential transition, there are several things they should know to properly manage and preserve their records.

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