RELATED September 14, 2023 The States of Our Union August 16, 2023 Presidential Transitions are a Perilous Moment for National Security April 24, 2023 Effective presidential transitions can earn the public’s trust Gore Fraying Appointments November 1, 1985 36-page report issued by the National Academy of Public administration in 1985 that outlines contemporary challenges to the existing appointment system and offers a set of potential reforms. The report is focused on ensuring that the federal government continues to “provide the nation with talented and creative leaders.” Download (3m)