January 14, 2021
Publication Type: Commentary,Research and Publications
Every four years, Inauguration Day has served as a symbol of the country’s commitment to democracy and a smooth transfer of power. Since George Washington was inaugurated in 1789, the list of traditions surrounding this monumental day has grown. This year, President-elect Joe Biden will be sworn in on the West Front Terrace of the...
November 30, 2020
Publication Type: Commentary
The Center for Presidential Transition has gathered answers to the most frequently asked questions about the political appointment process. For information about navigating this process, visit our Ready to Serve website.
November 8, 2020
Publication Type: Commentary
Publication Tags: Ascertainment
November 8, 2020 The Partnership for Public Service’s Center for Presidential Transition is the nation’s premier nonpartisan source of information and resources designed to help presidential candidates and their teams lay the groundwork for a new administration or for a president’s second term. The Center has been active in transition activities on a bipartisan basis...
May 4, 2020
Publication Type: Commentary
Government workers have long put their lives on the line to protect us but today, they’re doing so on a massive scale and under the most challenging circumstances. Federal, state, local, and tribal governments deliver vitally important services to the American people every day. Since 1985, Americans have honored our public employees during the first...
January 20, 2020
Publication Type: Commentary
This letter stresses the importance of early preparation by President Trump and the Democratic candidates to be equipped for a second term or new administration.
October 7, 2018
Publication Type: Commentary
Last week, the risk to a precious national institution — to its quality and its independence and sheer ability to function — came into sharp focus.
January 18, 2018
Publication Type: Commentary
December 9, 2017
Publication Type: Commentary
August 22, 2017
Publication Type: Commentary
President Trump’s controversial remarks after the clash between white supremacists and counterprotesters in Charlottesville, Va., prompted many corporate executives to walk away from White House advisory councils, which were subsequently disbanded…
