Public Service

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Portrait of Curtis Hartman, a respected journalist and community leader, captured in a thoughtful pose.

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Curtis Hartman, Journalist & Truro Leader, Dies at 78

Curtis Hartman, a foundational journalist at Inc.

Nathaniel Brooks·June 27, 2026

A weary but determined wildland firefighter stands silhouetted against a sunset, overlooking a vast, challenging landscape, symbolizing the immense pressures of their critical public service role.

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Systemic Causes and Solutions for Rust-Out Burnout

Approximately three out of four federal wildland firefighters considered quitting in the past year, according to Federal News Network .

Nathaniel Brooks·June 23, 2026

Federal employees appear disengaged and dissatisfied in a dimly lit, bureaucratic office, reflecting a crisis in public service morale and impacting service delivery.

Workplace

Federal employee engagement satisfaction declines, impacting public service

During the second quarter of 2025, federal workers were roughly 15 points less likely to report high job satisfaction than their state and local counterparts, signaling a distinct crisis within the U.

Marcus Ellery·May 20, 2026

Federal workers appearing disheartened in a modern office setting, symbolizing a decline in engagement and well-being after recent reforms.

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Federal worker engagement declines after 2025 reforms, Gallup finds

The percentage of federal employees classified as 'thriving' plummeted from 58% in 2024 to just 48% in 2025, according to Govexec .

Marcus Ellery·May 15, 2026

Dimly lit federal building at dusk with silhouettes of tired workers visible through windows, symbolizing declining employee engagement.

Workplace

Federal worker engagement drops to 32 in 2025

The Social Security Administration, a vital agency for millions of Americans, reported an alarming employee engagement score of just 15.

Marcus Ellery·May 15, 2026