Inside Government Archives

Leo Bosner, Jim Aldridge, and Vincent DeMarco
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show for a look back at Hurricane Katrina and the work done by federal employees during the crisis. The show, which originally aired on Friday, Aug. 27, is now available on demand. [more] 8-27-2010

Dwight Bowman, Gary Chaison, Armstrong Williams
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear about AFGE’s support of D.C. Council Chairman Vincent Gray and his bid for D.C. mayor! The show, which originally aired on Friday, Aug. 20, is now available on demand. [more] 8-20-2010

Terry Spencer Hesser, Heidi Shierholz, Reece Rushing
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to learn about the life of labor organizer Regina V. Polk, economic policies that can revive the stalled job market, and more! The show, which originally aired on Friday, Aug. 13, is now available on demand. [more] 8-13-2010

Arianna Huffington, Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Danielle Brian
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear from The Huffington Post’s Co-Founder Arianna Huffington and Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.)! The show, which originally aired on Friday, Aug. 6, is now available on demand. [more] 8-6-2010

Susan Grundmann, Arnold Scott, Andrew McAfee, and Perry Hooks
Tune in now to AFGE's "Inside Government" radio show to get an inside look at the Merit Systems Protection Board and AFGE’s fight to save jobs at the Defense Finance and Accounting Service! The show, which originally aired on Friday, July 30, is now available on demand. [more] 7-30-2010

Charles Stephenson, Lisa Schlosser, and Bob Hill
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear about retirement planning tips for federal employees, the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) efforts to operate with more transparency, and the birth of go-go music in Washington, D.C.! The show, which originally aired on Friday, July 23, is now available on demand. [more] 7-23-2010

J. David Cox, John Rowan, Phil Glover, Michael Castelle
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear about AFGE’s fight to save the Bureau of Prison’s UNICOR program, its work with the Veterans Health Council, and more! The show, which originally aired on Friday, July 16, is now available on demand. [more] 7-16-2010

Dave Owens, Dave Johnson, and Tracy Van Slyke
Tune in now to AFGE's "Inside Government" radio show to hear about AFGE's fight against privatization efforts at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Alaska! The show, which originally aired on Friday, July 2, is now available on demand. [more] 7-2-2010

Chuck Hobbie, Bill Fletcher, Tim Shorrock
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear interviews from AFGE’s Authors Night! The event featured AFGE Deputy General Counsel Chuck Hobbie, Field Services and Education Department Director Bill Fletcher, and Contract Analyst Tim Shorrock. The show, which originally aired on Friday, June 25, is now available on demand. [more] 6-25-2010

Jim Dean, Nan Grogan Orrock, David Neiwert, and Eric Lotke
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear Democracy for America Chair Jim Dean, Georgia State Senator Nan Grogan Orrock, CrooksAndLiars.com Managing Editor David Neiwert, and Campaign for America’s Future Research Director Eric Lotke! The show, which originally aired on Friday, June 11, is now available on demand. [more] 6-11-2010

Bob Edgar, John Threlkeld, and Isaiah Poole
Common Cause President & CEO and former U.S. Rep. Bob Edgar (D-Pa.), AFGE Legislative Representative John Threlkeld, and OurFuture.org Executive Editor Isaiah Poole! [more] 6-4-2010

John Gage and Dwight Bowman
Tune in now to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear AFGE National President John Gage and 14th District National Vice President Dwight Bowman! The show, which originally aired on Friday, May 28, is now available on demand. [more] 5-28-2010

Bryan Lowry and GovLoop Founder and President Steve Ressler
AFGE Council of Prison Locals President Bryan Lowry will address the circumstances around a recent assault at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles and GovLoop Founder and President Steve Ressler then will provide an inside look at the social media platform [more] 5-21-2010

Skwierczynski, Wright, Rodriguez
AFGE National Council of SSA Field Operations Locals President Witold Skwierczynski, who recently testified before the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Social Security, will examine SSA’s service delivery problems as well as the significant claims backlog at the agency. AFGE Federal Protective Service (FPS) Local 918 President David Wright addresses the possibility FPS could federalize its 15,000 contract security guards. Wright also discusses reports of contractor failings and strategies to reform FPS. Finally, AFGE Labor Relations Specialist Milly Rodriguez details the toxic lead contamination at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) headquarters in Washington, D.C. [more] 5-14-2010

James Cameron, John Berry, Mark Warner, Sharon Pinnock, Perry Pidgeon Hooks, and Bob Hill
"Avatar” Director James Cameron, Office of Personnel Management Director John Berry, and Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, April 30 at 10 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-30-2010

Vincent Gray, J. David Cox, Jane Nygaard, and Marilyn Park
District of Columbia Council Chairman Vincent Gray will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) "Inside Government" radio show. [more] 4-23-2010

Beth Moten and Philip Dine
The impact of health care reform on federal employees and their families is discussed on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio show. Also, Author Philip Dine talks about the importance of today's labor movement for the middle class. [more] 4-16-2010

Johnnie Walker, Karen Kellen, Dave Christensen, Susie Peru, Mike Schnobrich, Josh Bivens
The dire need for reform at the District’s Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) is discussed on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio show. AFGE members from around the country then will highlight their most pressing issues, ranging from D.C. government privatization efforts to inadequate staffing throughout the Federal Bureau of Prisons. But first, Economic Policy Institute’s Josh Bivens discusses the new health care legislation and its impact on the economy in the years ahead. [more] 4-2-2010

Bob Edgar, Vincent DeMarco, Gerald Swanke, Carter Kimsey
This week’s AFGE “Inside Government” radio show will tackle issues including the new health care reform and teleworking for federal employees. The show will air on Friday, March 26 at 10 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 3-26-2010

John Palguta, Cathie McQuiston, Kevin Tinker, Everett Kelley
Partnership for Public Service Vice President John Palguta discussed the valuable work of federal employees. AFGE Membership and Organization Assistant Director Cathie McQuiston updated listeners on AFGE’s petition for exclusive representation at the Transportation Security Administration. AFGE Local Presidents Kevin Tinker (Local 3377) and Everett Kelley (Local 1945) shed light on their locals’ most pressing issues. [more] 3-19-2010

John Gage, Dwight Bowman, Dorothy James, Brian Leonard, Joe Gonzales
National President John Gage will share his thoughts on the new nominee to lead the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); AFGE National Vice Presidents Dwight Bowman and Dorothy James then will discuss AFGE’s progress in recent years and what the union must do to keep what it has earned; AFGE Marine Corps Council 240 President Brian Leonard will talk about life after NSPS, and why it’s important for management to work with employees to address workplace issues; and Department of Defense Local 2142 President Joe Gonzales will highlight his efforts to ensure workplace safety, pay raises, and opportunities for veterans returning home from war. [more] 3-12-2010

Antonyio Johnson, Mark Begich, Chris Van Hollen, Kim Munley, Mark Todd, Don Hale, Patty Viers
AFGE DOT Local 3313 President Antonyio Johnson shed light on the furloughs at DOT; Sen. Mark Begich (D-Alaska) and Rep. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) discuss the final push to pass health care reform; Fort Hood heroes and AFGE members Sgts. Kim Munley and Mark Todd will look back at their courageous actions in taking down the Fort Hood shooter; and AFGE Defense Conference Chair Don Hale and Vice Chair Patty Viers will discuss the end of the National Security Personnel System. [more] 3-5-2010

Richard Trumka, Frank Pallone, Bob Edgar, and Ron Pollack
AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka will appear this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” nationally syndicated radio program to address the need for collective bargaining rights at the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). [more] 2-26-2010

Beth Moten, Richard Trumka, Ron Pollack
AFGE Legislative and Political Director Beth Moten discusses the annual Grassroots and Mobilization Conference, during which thousands of AFGE activists descended on Capitol Hill to meet with their congressional representatives. [more] 2-19-2010

John Sarbanes, Donna Edwards, Susan Turnbull
Three of Maryland’s most influential Democrats will appear this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” nationally syndicated radio program [more] 2-5-2010

John Gage, Jason Wilder, and Bill Press
American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) National President John Gage will highlight the union’s fight to secure collective bargaining rights for Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” nationally syndicated radio program. [more] 1-29-2010

Amy Dean, Rick Smith, Willie Hardin
Labor’s new activism book “A New New Deal: How Regional Activism Will Reshape the American Labor Movement” will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio program. The show will air on Friday, Jan. 22 at 10 a.m. EST nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 1-22-2010

Clayborne Carson, Dwight Bowman, Leisha Self
The life of Martin Luther King Jr. will be remembered this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio program. The show will air on Friday, Jan. 15 at 10 a.m. EST nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 1-15-2010

J. David Cox
The American Federation of Government Employees' National Secretary-Treasurer J. David Cox will preview 2010 this week on AFGE's "Inside Government" radio program. Cox will recap AFGE's efforts in 2009 and look ahead to the union's priorities for 2010, including additional organizing efforts, contract bargaining with various agencies, and improving technology for AFGE's members. This show was reaired on January 7, 2010. [more] 1-1-2010

U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison (D-Minn.), Mark Williams, David Wright, Enid Doggett
U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison (D-Minn.) will highlight his public jobs bill this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio program. The show will air on Friday, Dec. 18 at 10 a.m. EST nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 12-18-2009

Jacque Simon, Gerry Connolly, John Irons
Reaired on December 11, 2009. Federal Employees Health Benefits Plan (FEHBP) open enrollment period will be examined this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio program. The show will air on Friday, Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. EST nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 12-4-2009

Ed Rendell, Bryan Lowry, Cheryl Eliano, and Dave Johnson
Governor Ed Rendell (D-Pa.) will discuss how union jobs contribute to a green and thriving economy this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) “Inside Government” radio program. The show will air on Friday, Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. EST nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 11-20-2009

Leo Gerard, Ron Ault, Parris Glendening, and Scott Paul
Building a new economy that utilizes clean energy, a 21st century infrastructure and allows the U.S. to thrive on the global stage will be the focus of this week’s AFGE “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. EST nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 11-6-2009

John Gage, Johnnie Walker, Don Hale
American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) National President John Gage will update members on the state of the union this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio program. The show will air on Friday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 10-30-2009

Mark Gibson, Elijah Cummings, Donna Edwards, and Antoine Orr
The elimination of the National Security Personnel System (NSPS) from the House’s 2010 Defense authorization bill will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio program. The show will air on Friday, Oct. 23 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 10-23-2009

Patricia McGinnis, Rob Moore, and Perry Pidgeon Hooks
Listen this week to AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to hear White House Special Advisor Patricia McGinnis and former Transportation Security Officer (TSO) and AFGE activist Ron Moore. Moore, now a special interest columnist for Washington, D.C.’s Examiner.com, recently wrote a book of poetry titled “Washington Cats.” The show airs on Friday, Oct. 9 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 10-9-2009

Jacque Simon, Chris Garlock, and Bill Schauman
The recent Office of Personnel Management announcement that premiums under the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) will increase in 2010 by an average of 8.8 percent will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, Oct. 2 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 10-2-2009

Danielle Brian, Charity Wilson, and Paul F. Clark
The need for stronger whistleblower protections for federal employees will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 9-18-2009

Patrick Remigio, Don Hands, Michael Victorian, Robert Mayfield, Ben Butler, and Kim Kraynak
Activists from the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) will shed light on issues facing their agencies this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 9-11-2009

Ricky McCoy, Joe Henderson, Derek Willingham, and Jamie Foster Brown
The American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) efforts to secure collective bargaining rights for Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, Sept. 4 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 9-4-2009

John Berry, Julia Clark, Mark Williams, and Jim Klatt
Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Director John Berry, who recently spoke at the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) 38th Triennial National Convention, will appear this week on AFGE's "Inside Government" radio show. The show will air on Friday, Aug. 28 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 8-28-2009

Barbara Lee, Roger Hickey, Jacque Simon, Bob Weiner
The intensifying debate about health care reform in America will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, Aug. 14 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 8-17-2009

Michael D. Yates, Elise Gould, and Tom Webb
Michael D. Yates, author of “Why Unions Matter,” will appear this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show to discuss the role of unions in the U.S. The show will air on Friday, Aug. 7 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 8-7-2009

Patrick Kennedy, Maurice Hinchey, Peter Winch, and Chad Harris
U.S. Reps. Patrick Kennedy (D-R.I.) and Maurice Hinchey (D-N.Y.) will appear this week on AFGE's "Inside Government" radio show. The show will air on Friday, July 31 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 7-31-2009

Phil Glover, Terry Rosen, Perry Hooks, and Jeff Goldman
The critical staffing and funding shortages facing the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, July 24 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 7-24-2009

Dwight Bowman and Charity Wilson
A reduction-in-force at the D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation and the fight to secure collective bargaining rights for Transportation Security Officers will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, July 17 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 7-17-2009

Howard Dean, John Podesta, J. David Cox, Ed Towns, and Rick Perlstein
Former Vermont Governor Howard Dean, who most recently served as chairman of the Democratic National Committee, will be featured this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. Former Clinton White House chief of staff and co-chairman of President Obama’s transition team, John Podesta, who currently serves as president and CEO of the Center for American Progress, also will be interviewed. The show will air on Friday, July 3 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 7-3-2009

Terry Rosen, Daniel Weiss, and Page Gardner
The American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) ongoing fight against the Pentagon’s misguided pay-for-performance system will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, June 26 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 6-26-2009

Matthew Brooks, Rick Perlstein, Gloria Totten, and Dean Baker
A recent swine flu outbreak at the Krome Service Processing Center in Miami, Fla. will be addressed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, June 19 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 6-19-2009

Witold Skwierczynski and Dana Duggins
A myriad of problems facing the Social Security Administration (SSA), including underfunding and eroding leadership, will be addressed this week on AFGE's "Inside Government" radio show. The show will air on Friday, June 12 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 6-12-2009

Rudy DeLeon, Eleanor Holmes Norton, Heather Smith, Scott Paul
A new task force designed to review the Department of Defense's controversial National Security Personnel System (NSPS) will be discussed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 6-5-2009

Mark Roth, Darryl Moch, Richard N. Haass
A new task force designed to review the Department of Defense's controversial National Security Personnel System (NSPS) will be discussed this week on AFGE’s “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-22-2009

Don Hale, Jacque Simon, and Heidi Shierholz
Efforts to stop the contracting out of hundreds of jobs at the United States Military Academy at West Point will be discussed this week on AFGE's "Inside Government" radio show. The show will air on Friday, May 15 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-15-2009

Steven Greenhouse, Roger Hickey, and Peter Winch
Pending legislation to pass the Employee Free Choice Act will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ "Inside Government" radio show. The show will air on Friday, May 8 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-8-2009

John Sarbanes, John Threlkeld, Dwight Bowman, Charlie Bernhardt
The introduction of the CLEAN UP Act, sponsored by Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.) and U.S. Rep. John Sarbanes (D-Md.), will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, May 1 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-1-2009

Cokie Roberts, Don Kettl, Bob Hill, Jon Desenberg, Perry Pidgeon Hooks
A recap of Government Executive’s 2009 Excellence in Government Conference will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-24-2009

Karen Blumenthal, Charlotte Flowers and Deborrah Jackson
Personal finance strategies to help guide federal employees toward financial independence will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, April 17 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-17-2009

Mark Gibson, Barbara Palmer, Virginia Hemingway
Department of Defense Secretary Robert Gates' proposed budget for 2010, which includes an initiative to replace contractors with federal employees, will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' "Inside Government" radio show. The show will air on Friday, April 10 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-10-2009

Terry Murphy and Sam Smith
Two media mainstays inside the beltway, C-SPAN and The Progressive Review, will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, April 3 at 10 a.m. EDT nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-3-2009

Tim Clark, Alethea Long-Green, Louise Schiavone
The Obama administration’s push to make “government and public service cool again” will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' “Inside Government” radio show. The show will air on Friday, March 27 at 10 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 3-27-2009

Johnnie Walker and John Threlkeld
This week, the American Federation of Government Employees' "Inside Government" radio show will take an inside look at Washington, D.C.'s government and the issues facing city workers. The show will air on Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 3-13-2009

Mark Begich, Donna Edwards, J. David Cox, Dwight Bowman
This week the American Federation of Government Employees' "Inside Government" radio show will feature guests of AFGE’s recent Legislative and Grassroots Mobilization Conference. The show will air on Friday, Feb. 13 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 3-5-2009

Beth Moten, Ross Eisenbrey, Patricia Grace, and Sherri Bracey
This week, the American Federation of Government Employees' "Inside Government" radio show will take a look at President Obama’s first address to a joint session of Congress and how the Obama administration is faring thus far with federal employees. The show will air on Friday, Feb. 27 at 10 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 2-27-2009

Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, Charlie Melancon, Christine Pelosi, Robert Weiss
This week the American Federation of Government Employees' “Inside Government” radio show will air special interviews with Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.) and U.S. Rep. Charlie Melancon (D-La.) from President Barack Obama’s inauguration. The show will air on Friday, Feb. 6 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 2-13-2009

Bob Filner, Jan Schakowsky, Steve Cohen, John Bruton
This week on the American Federation of Government Employees' “Inside Government” radio show, U.S. Reps. Bob Filner (D-Calif.), Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.), and Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.) will appear to discuss the Barack Obama presidency, and a number of critical issues facing the United States. The show will air on Friday, Jan. 30 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 2-6-2009

Mark Warner, Laura Richardson, Barbara Ciara, Daniel Weiss
This week on the American Federation of Government Employees' “Inside Government” radio show, the union will celebrate President Barack Obama’s inauguration with Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) and U.S. Rep. Laura Richardson (D-Calif.). The show will air on Friday, Jan. 23 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 1-23-2009

John Gage, Heidi Shierholz, Ron Moore, Alex Bastani
This week “Inside Government,” the radio show produced by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the nation’s largest federal employee union, will highlight the launch of AFGE’s Good Government ad campaign welcoming President-elect Barack Obama to office. The show will air on Friday, Jan. 16 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 1-16-2009

Ofield Dukes, Roxanne Roberts, Jacque Simons, and Sharon Pinnock
This week “Inside Government,” the radio show produced by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the nation’s largest federal employee union, will take an inside look at the importance of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Fair Housing Act of 1968. The show will air on Friday, Jan. 9 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 1-9-2009

Alan Grayson, Charity Wilson, and Enid Doggett
This week “Inside Government,” the radio show produced by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the nation’s largest federal employee union, will examine the current economic crisis in America. The show will air on Friday, Dec. 26 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on Federal News Radio at www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 12-26-2008

Lynn Jennings and Bryan Lowry
This week "Inside Government," the radio show produced by the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the nation's largest union of federal employees, will focus on the presidential transition process. The show will air this Friday, Dec. 12 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 12-12-2008

John Gage, Peter Winch, and Steven Greenhouse
American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) National President John Gage will appear this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Gage will address AFGE’s goals during President-elect Barack Obama’s administration, as well as several letters Obama sent to Gage detailing his plan to improve a number of federal agencies. Peter Winch, AFGE national organizer, also will appear to explain President Bush’s recent executive order that denies collective bargaining rights to 8,600 federal employees, and what AFGE hopes Obama will do to reverse the order once he takes office. Lastly, Steven Greenhouse, labor reporter for The New York Times, will discuss how the labor vote helped Obama secure victory on Election Day. He also will address potential candidates to be Obama's pick for secretary of labor. The show will air on Friday, Dec. 5 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 12-5-2008

Frank Kratovil, Witold Skwierczynski, Robert Weiner, and Joel Whitney
U.S. Rep.-elect Frank Kratovil (D-Md.) will appear this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) radio program “Inside Government.” Kratovil will discuss his goals representing Maryland’s 1st Congressional District. But first, hear from Witold Skwierczynski, president of AFGE’s National Council of SSA Field Operations Locals, as he details his council’s fight against SSA privatization and the iClaims initiative. Also, Robert Weiner, president of Robert Weiner Associates, will discuss ways Congress can improve on its low public approval rating, and how negative perceptions of government can be changed. Lastly, Joel Whitney, editor-in-chief of Guernica magazine, will detail his publication’s unique perspective which blends arts, politics, and current events. The show will air on Friday, Nov. 21 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 11-21-2008

J. David Cox and Andrea Brooks
Leaders from AFGE will discuss this week what the union hopes to accomplish during President-elect Barack Obama’s administration on AFGE’s radio program "Inside Government." J. David Cox, AFGE national secretary-treasurer, and Andrea Brooks, AFGE national vice president for Women’s and Fair Practices, will address such goals as collective bargaining rights for Transportation Security Officers and the repeal of a pay-for-performance initiative at the Department of Defense. Cox will also address AFGE’s continued increase in membership, while Brooks will then summarize the impact of her department’s voter protection campaign. [more] 11-14-2008

Beth Moten, Deborah Simmons, Isaiah J. Poole
Sen. Barack Obama’s (D-Ill.) historic victory in the 2008 presidential election will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) radio program “Inside Government.” Beth Moten, AFGE legislative and political director, will discuss how Obama’s win will impact AFGE on issues such as contracting out and collective bargaining rights. Deborah Simmons, The Washington Times editorial page editor, will address the significance of Obama’s win and what lies ahead for the Republican Party, including Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Gov. Sarah Palin (R-Alaska). Lastly, Isaiah J. Poole, TomPaine.com executive editor, will address what the nation can expect from an Obama administration and how Obama will handle issues such as the economy, energy, and terrorism. The show will air on Friday, Nov. 7 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 11-7-2008

John Gage, Karen White, Bryan Lowry
The American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) efforts during the 2008 election season will be discussed this week on AFGE's radio program "Inside Government." AFGE National President John Gage will address AFGE's race and voter protection ad campaigns, as well as AFGE's fight to preserve medical services throughout the Department of Veterans Affairs. Karen White, director of campaigns and elections for the National Education Association (NEA), will discuss NEA's communications outreach program aimed at educating voters during the election season. Also hear from Bryan Lowry, president of AFGE's Council of Prison Locals (CPL), who will address the continued violence within the Federal Bureau of Prisons, and CPL's efforts to combat the violence. The show will air on Friday, Oct. 24 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1500 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 10-24-2008

Mark Roth, Rodrigo Munera, and Paul Heayn
MaxHR, the Department of Homeland Security’s recently discontinued personnel system, will be discussed this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” AFGE General Counsel Mark Roth, who led the legal battle against MaxHR, will discuss why the personnel system failed and what it means for federal employees in the future. Also hear from Rodrigo Munera and Paul Heayn, AFGE Web developers, as they discuss AFGE's new membership management system Personify. [more] 10-10-2008

Josh Bivens, Robert Borosage and Mike Lumpkin
The U.S. government’s proposed $700 billion bailout plan of the financial sector will be discussed this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Josh Bivens, a senior economist with the Economic Policy Institute, will discuss the bailout, how the U.S. got to this point, and what solutions are necessary to resolve the issue. Robert Borosage, co-director of the Campaign for America’s Future, will also address the bailout proposal, and the need for oversight, regulation, accountability, and an equity stake for taxpayers should a bailout occur. Also hear from Mike Lumpkin, congressional candidate in California’s 52nd district, who will discuss his campaign and ideas for improving America. [more] 10-3-2008

Mark Williams and Chad Lego
New AFGE membership benefits will be featured this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Mark Williams, AFGE national benefits coordinator, will discuss the new disaster relief benefit for victims of the recent Gulf Coast hurricanes, as well as the new Costco and Eldercare Services programs. Also learn about several AFGE winners of the Union Plus Scholarship program. Chad Lego, spokesman for the Circle of Friends for American Veterans, will then appear to outline his organization's Veterans’ Bill of Rights, and the fight to prevent homelessness among veterans. [more] 9-19-2008

J. David Cox, Diane Watson (D-CA), Stephen Reed and Woody Paige
Highlights from the recent Democratic National Convention in Denver, Colo. will be featured this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” AFGE National Secretary-Treasurer J. David Cox, U.S. Rep. Diane Watson (D-Calif.), Harrisburg, Pa. Mayor Stephen Reed, and ESPN “Around the Horn” sports panelist Woody Paige will all appear to give analysis and commentary from the convention. A wide range of topics will be covered, from veterans care to the State Children’s Health Insurance Program. [more] 9-5-2008

George Lakoff, Eric Bunn and Leisha Self
George Lakoff, author of “Don’t Think of an Elephant! Know Your Values and Frame the Debate,” will be featured this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Lakoff will analyze ways progressives can better articulate and frame their values. He will also discuss how framing impacted the 2003 California recall election. Also hear from Eric Bunn, AFGE D.C. Local 2725 president, and Leisha Self, AFGE District 14 legal rights attorney, as they address the recent terminations of D.C. housing and commercial inspectors. [more] 9-5-2008

Susan Bennett, Paul Crego, and Jacque Simon
The Newseum, a museum of news from its historical beginnings to present day, will be featured this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Susan Bennett, vice president of marketing for the Newseum, will discuss features such as the 9/11 gallery, interactive newsroom, and G-Men and Journalists exhibit. In addition, Paul Crego, senior cataloging specialist for the Library of Congress, will analyze the current conflict between Georgia and Russia. Also hear from Jacque Simon, AFGE public policy director, who will discuss recent legislation passed by the House that would provide new benefits for employees in the Federal Employees Retirement System. [more] 8-22-2008

Alvin Felzenberg
Alvin Felzenberg, author of “The Leaders We Deserved (and a Few We Didn’t): Rethinking the Presidential Rating Game,” will be featured this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Felzenberg will discuss his book, which takes a closer look at how U.S. presidents are evaluated. Felzenberg offers six criteria for rating a U.S. president: character; vision; competence; economic policy; preserving and extending liberty; and defense, national security, and foreign policy. On the show, he will discuss which presidents were and were not successful, and will address qualities to look for and to avoid in presidential candidates. [more] 8-8-2008

Chuck Todd
Chuck Todd, NBC's political director, will be featured this week on AFGE's radio program "Inside Government." Todd will discuss potential vice presidential candidates for Sens. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) and John McCain (R-Ariz.), the U.S. energy policy, and the economy as the top issue in the upcoming presidential election. Also hear from Michael Shear, national political reporter for The Washington Post, as he describes life on the road covering McCain's bid for the White House. Shear will also discuss the oil drilling issue and its role in the presidential election, as well as how the candidates handle accusations of flip-flopping. [more] 7-25-2008

Joe Scarborough, Joslyn Williams, Eric Bunn, Chuck Orzenhoskie
Former U.S. Rep. Joe Scarborough (R-Fla.), host of MSNBC's "Morning Joe" and author of "Rome Wasn't Burnt in a Day: The Real Deal on How Politicians, Bureaucrats, and Other Washington Barbarians are Bankrupting America," will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government." Scarborough will address the impact of rising gas prices, and provide an analysis of the 2008 presidential race. Also hear from Joslyn Williams, president of the Washington Metropolitan Council, AFL-CIO, and Eric Bunn, president of AFGE's D.C. Local 2725. Both Williams and Bunn will discuss issues facing the District including the recent termination of 18 housing code inspectors. Chuck Orzehoskie, president of AFGE's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Council 238, will also address hiring practices within EPA and the fight to prevent EPA library closures throughout the county. The show will air on Friday, July 18 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 7-18-2008

J. David Cox
Critical issues facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) including the need for mandatory funding and additional staff will be discussed this week on a special rebroadcast of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government." J. David Cox, AFGE National Secretary-Treasurer and a registered nurse in the VA for 23 years, will also discuss the newly formed AFL-CIO Union Veterans Council, of which he is a co-chairman. The Union Veterans Council is designed to bring union veterans together to stand up for the issues that matter most to veterans, their families, and working men and women. AFGE recently launched a major campaign to secure full funding for the VA. To learn more, please visit www.fundtheva.com. The show will air on Friday, July 11 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 7-11-2008

Bryan Lowry and Steven Greenhouse
Federal Bureau of Prisons correctional officer Jose Rivera, who was recently killed in the line of duty at the United States Penitentiary in Atwater, Calif., will be remembered this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Bryan Lowry, president of AFGE’s Council of Prison Locals, will discuss the tragic death of Rivera, and also discuss ways to make federal prison facilities safer for correctional officers. Also hear from New York Times labor reporter Steven Greenhouse, who will detail his new book “The Big Squeeze: Tough Times for the American Worker.” “The Big Squeeze” takes a closer look at the struggles American workers face, from lower wages and benefits to decreased job security. The book also praises companies that treat employees well and can serve as a model for other organizations. [more] 6-27-2008

Andrea Brooks and David Mark
Andrea Brooks, national vice president for Women’s and Fair Practices for the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), will appear this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Brooks will discuss AFGE’s voter protection campaign for the 2008 election, as well as the Women’s and Fair Practices disability rights campaign. Also hear from David Mark, senior editor of Politico, about his book “Going Dirty: The Art of Negative Campaigning.” Mark will also address the 2008 presidential election and “Dear 44,” a new Politico feature on policy issues between the Chamber of Commerce and Center for American Progress. The show will air on Friday, June 20 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 6-20-2008

Ray Marshall and Linda Springer
Ray Marshall, former U.S. secretary of labor during the Carter administration, will appear this week on AFGE’s radio program “Inside Government.” Marshall will address the future of labor unions, the reason private sector unionization has decreased while public sector unionization has increased, and possible solutions to solve the immigration debate. Also hear from Linda Springer, director of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), on new OPM initiatives such as the www.telework.gov Web site and RetireEZ program. Springer will also detail OPM’s efforts to simplify the federal employment application process, as well as recent recruitment efforts. [more] 6-13-2008

Gerald Seib and Vincent Gray
Gerald Seib, co-author of “Pennsylvania Avenue: Profiles in Backroom Power,” will appear this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) radio program “Inside Government.” Seib, who is also the assistant managing editor and executive Washington editor for The Wall Street Journal, will discuss his book about the influence of power brokers in Washington, D.C., and the need to eliminate political gridlock. Also hear District of Columbia Council Chairman Vincent Gray talk about social service programs in the district such as the Healthy D.C. Act and universal health coverage. In addition, Gray will discuss plans to modernize and maintain the district’s public school system, and address gang violence throughout the city. The show will air on Friday, June 6 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 6-6-2008

Bill Scher and Bryan Lowry
Rising gas and oil prices, as well as critically understaffed and overcrowded federal prisons will be discussed this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". Bill Scher, online editor for the Campaign for America's Future, will appear to analyze rising gas and oil prices, and what it means for consumers. Scher will also discuss the policy decisions that influence gas prices. Bryan Lowry, president of AFGE's Council of Prison Locals, will address a recent report by Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) regarding critically understaffed and overcrowded federal prisons in New York. The show will air on Friday, May 30 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-30-2008

Congressman Neil Abercrombie (D-Hawaii) and Les Leopold
U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie (D-Hawaii) will appear this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". Abercrombie will discuss the presidential race and will also address the needs of veterans returning home from war, and the importance of properly caring for them. Also hear from Les Leopold, author of "The Man Who Hated Work and Loved Labor: The Life and Times of Tony Mazzocchi", as he details Mazzocchi's life as a labor leader. Mazzocchi was vice president and secretary-treasurer of the Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers International Union, as well as a driving force behind the Occupational Safety and Health Act. The show will air on Friday, May 23 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-23-2008

National President John Gage, Bob Nicklas and Jacque Simon
The American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) National President John Gage will be featured this week on a rebroadcast of AFGE's radio program "Inside Government". Gage will talk about AFGE's new ad campaign aimed at raising awareness for the needs of veterans returning home from war, as well as the importance of fully funding the Department of Veterans Affairs. Also get a preview of "Labor 2008" from AFGE Political Coordinator Bob Nicklas, who will discuss the nationwide labor health walks starting May 17. Jacque Simon, AFGE public policy director, will provide an inside look at the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program, and ways the program can be improved to better serve federal employees. The show will air on Friday, May 16 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-16-2008

AFGE National President John Gage, Bob Nicklas, and Jacque Simon
The American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) National President John Gage will be featured this week on a rebroadcast of AFGE's radio program "Inside Government". Gage will talk about AFGE's new ad campaign aimed at raising awareness for the needs of veterans returning home from war, as well as the importance of fully funding the Department of Veterans Affairs. Also get a preview of "Labor 2008" from AFGE Political Coordinator Bob Nicklas, who will discuss the nationwide labor health walks starting May 17. Jacque Simon, AFGE public policy director, will provide an inside look at the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program, and ways the program can be improved to better serve federal employees. The show will air on Friday, May 16 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-9-2008

Ann Lewis
Ann Lewis, senior advisor to presidential candidate Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-N.Y.), will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". Lewis will talk about the Clinton campaign's communications efforts and the Women's Outreach program, which is designed to get women involved in the political process. Also get an inside look at the critically low staffing levels at three federal agencies: Social Security Administration (SSA), Federal Protective Service (FPS), and Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Hear from Witold Skwierczynski, president of AFGE's National Council of SSA Field Operations Locals; David Wright, president of AFGE’s FPS Local 918; and Esther White, president of AFGE's BOP Local 3955. The show will air on Friday, May 2 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 5-2-2008

Charlie Bernhardt and Mark Roth
"Bargaining for the Future", the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) new guide for its negotiating committees, will be featured this week on AFGE's radio program "Inside Government". Charlie Bernhardt, a labor relations specialist for AFGE, will discuss the new negotiation guide, how it was created, and what members can expect when it is launched later this summer. Bernhardt will also preview the 30th annual Great Labor Arts Exchange, as well as the Conference on Creative Organizing, both to be held June 22 – 24 at the National Labor College in Silver Spring, Md. Also get an update from AFGE General Counsel Mark Roth, who will discuss AFGE's recent efforts at the Bureau of Prisons, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of Defense. The show will air on Friday, April 25 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-25-2008

Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska), Elizabeth Bagley, Madeleine Albright, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend and Johnnie Walker
Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". Stevens-vice chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee—spoke at AFGE's recent Legislative and Grassroots Mobilization conference, and this week will address the economic stimulus package and efforts to expand the economy. "Inside Government" also recorded at the recent Campaign for America's Future Take Back America 2008 conference. Hear from conference participants Elizabeth Bagley, former senior advisory to U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, and Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, former lieutenant governor of Maryland. Also hear from Johnnie Walker, president of AFGE D.C. Local 383. The show will air on Friday, April 18 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-18-2008

Witold Skwierczynski, T.J. Bonner, Kevin Tinker and Gabriela Lemus
Four AFGE activists and a representative from a national organization will discuss the immigration issue [more] 4-11-2008

Congressman Jerry McNerney (D-Calif.), Page Gardner, Lucy Blake and Bernie Horn
Congressman Jerry McNerney (D-Calif.) will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". McNerney--a member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee--spoke at AFGE's recent Legislative and Grassroots Mobilization conference, and this week will address the funding needs at the Department of Veterans Affairs. "Inside Government" also recorded at the recent Campaign for America's Future Take Back America 2008 conference. Hear from conference participants Page Gardner, founder and president of Women's Voices. Women Vote, and Lucy Blake, CEO of the Apollo Alliance. Also hear from Bernie Horn, author of "Framing the Future: How Progressive Values Can Win Elections and Influence People". The show will air on Friday, April 4 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 4-4-2008

Congressman Alan Mollohan (D-W. Va.), Donna Edwards, Susan Turnbull and Susan Wood
Congressman Alan Mollohan (D-W.Va.) will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". Mollohan--chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, and Science--spoke at AFGE's recent Legislative and Grassroots Mobilization conference, and this week will address the staffing and funding shortages throughout the Federal Bureau of Prisons. "Inside Government" also participated in the recent Campaign for America's Future Take Back America 2008 conference. Hear from conference participants Donna Edwards, Democratic nominee for Congress in Maryland's 4th District; Susan Turnbull, vice chair of the Democratic National Committee; and Susan Wood, research professor for the Project on Scientific Knowledge and Public Policy at the George Washington University Medical Center. The show will air on Friday, March 28 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 3-28-2008

Bob Filner and Christine Pelosi
Congressman Bob Filner (D-Calif.) will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". Filner, chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, was a speaker at AFGE's recent Legislative and Grassroots Mobilization conference. Christine Pelosi, author of "Campaign Boot Camp: Basic Training for Future Leaders", will also appear to discuss her book and the 2008 political season. "Inside Government" also participated in the recent Campaign for America's Future Take Back America 2008 conference. Hear from conference participants Stewart Acuff, AFL-CIO Organizing Director, and Bob Borosage, Campaign for America's Future Co-Director. Acuff will talk about the importance of organizing and collective bargaining rights, while Borosage will give listeners an inside look at the Take Back America 2008 conference. The show will air on Friday, March 21 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 3-21-2008

Congressmen Marion Berry (D-Ark.), Frank Pallone Jr. (D-N.J.), Bill Scher, and Mark Williams
Congressmen Marion Berry (D-Ark.) and Frank Pallone Jr. (D-N.J.) will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) radio program "Inside Government". Both were speakers at AFGE's recent Legislative and Grassroots Mobilization conference. Berry will address issues facing Congress, while Pallone will talk about the need for more funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs and provide his take on a national health care system. Also, AFGE members can learn more about their benefits on "Mark's Corner" with AFGE National Benefits Coordinator Mark Williams, as well as a preview of the upcoming Take Back America conference with Campaign for America's Future Online Editor Bill Scher. The Take Back America conference will be held March 17-19 in Washington, D.C. The show will air on Friday, March 14 at 10:00 a.m. ET nationwide on www.federalnewsradio.com and 1050 AM in the Washington, D.C., area. [more] 3-14-2008

House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) and U.S. Reps. Stephanie Tubbs Jones (D-Ohio), Mike Arcuri (D-N.Y.), and Tim Bishop (D-N.Y.)
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) will be featured this week on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) radio program “Inside Government”. Hoyer attended AFGE’s recent Legislative Conference, and will discuss the importance of collective bargaining rights for federal workers and the need for the State Children’s Health Insurance Program. U.S. Reps. Stephanie Tubbs Jones (D-Ohio), Mike Arcuri (D-N.Y.), and Tim Bishop (D-N.Y.) will also appear. [more] 3-7-2008

Immigration Discussion
Four AFGE activists and a representative from a national organization will discuss the immigration issue this week on "Inside Government", the American Federation of Government Employees' (AFGE) weekly radio program. The panel was taped at AFGE's recent Legislative Conference. Participants included: Witold Skwierczynski, President of AFGE's National Council of SSA Field Operations Locals; T.J. Bonner, President of the National Border Patrol Council; Kevin Tinker, Central Region Vice President of AFGE's National Citizenship and Immigration Services Council; and Gabriela Lemus, Executive Director of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement. The panel was moderated by Josie Marrujo, President of AFGE's SSA Local 4041. [more] 2-29-2008

Mark Warner, Reg Weaver, Cecil Roberts and Stan Painter
Warner will also discuss his plan for health care reform in America, which includes universal health coverage for every American. Union leaders Reg Weaver, President of the National Education Association and Cecil Roberts, President of the United Mine Workers of America will also appear to discuss the civil rights movement in America and what’s in store for their unions as the 2008 political season approaches. Stan Painter, Chairman of AFGE’s National Joint Council of Food Inspection Locals, will discuss the recent USDA recall of 143 million pounds of frozen meat, the largest in history. [more] 2-22-2008

Paul Begala, Susan Turnbull, Bryan Lowry, Dr. Paula Juras
Begala will give his thoughts on a nationalized health care program, while Turnbull will provide information about the DNC 2008 political agenda. Also hear from AFGE’s Council of Prison Locals President Bryan Lowry about the value of the Federal Prison Industries program. Finally, Dr. Paula Juras, project officer for the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences’ "Sister Study", will discuss a new program aimed at examining the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to breast cancer. [more] 2-8-2008

Beth Moten, Mark Roth, and Ron Pollack
Hear from AFGE Legislative and Political Director Beth Moten, and AFGE General Counsel Mark Roth about the victory, and what it means for DoD civilian employees. Moten will also discuss another win for AFGE with recent reforms to the federal contracting out process, as well as AFGE’s upcoming Legislative Conference scheduled for Feb. 10 – 13. Also appearing will be Ron Pollack, Executive Director of Families USA, a grassroots health care advocacy group. [more] 2-1-2008

Suzan Erem, Isaiah J. Poole, and Jane Nygaard
Suzan Erem, author of “On the Global Waterfront: The Fight to Free the Charleston 5”, and Isaiah J. Poole, Executive Editor of TomPaine.com (soon to be called OurFuture.org), will be featured on the American Federation of Government Employees’ (AFGE) radio program “Inside Government” this week. [more] 1-11-2008

Robert Kuttner and Arnold Scott
Kuttner will discuss the critical role unions play in taking back America’s financial security. Scott will highlight ways his district is fighting for workers’ rights at the Transportation Security Administration and Department of Defense. [more] 1-4-2008

Enid Doggett, Sherri Bracey, and Augusta Thomas
Communications Director Enid Doggett and WFP Program Manager Sherri Bracey will appear to discuss the latest from inside their respective departments, as well as plans to celebrate AFGE’s 75th anniversary in February 2008. Also appearing will be Augusta Thomas, AFGE’s 6th District National Fair Practices and Affirmative Action Coordinator, to discuss recent Equal Employment Opportunity cases in her district. [more] 12-21-2007

Don Hale, Carolyn Chando, Mike Kelly and Gerald Swanke
Don Hale, AFGE’s DEFCON Chair, will discuss the proposed furloughs and their impact. Also scheduled to appear are Troy Tingey, Hill AFB Local 1592 President; Carolyn Chando, Hill AFB Local 1592 Secretary; Mike Kelly, AFGE 9th District National Vice President; and Gerald Swanke, AFGE 11th District National Vice President. [more] 12-17-2007

Live From Waikoloa Beach, Hawaii at the National Veterans Affairs Council 19th Triennial Training Convention
AFGE National President John Gage, National Secretary-Treasurer J. David Cox, NVAC officers M.J. Burke and Bill Wetmore, and AFGE National Benefits Coordinator Mark Williams [more] 12-7-2007

Eugene Hudson, Cynthia Ennis, Billy Farthling, Everett Kelley
AFGE District 12 National Vice President Eugene Hudson, who will discuss the latest from within his district, including the AFGE National Veterans Affairs Council (NVAC) 19th Triennial Training Convention, which recently took place in Hawaii. Also scheduled to appear are three AFGE Local Presidents: Cynthia Ennis, Local 1923 (Baltimore, Md.); Billy Farthling, Bureau of Prisons Local 612 (Big Sandy, Ky.); and Everett Kelley, Department of Defense Local 1945 (Bynum, Ala.). [more] 11-30-2007

Ed McElroy and Darlene Young
AFT President Ed McElroy will discuss his union's endorsement of Hillary Clinton for President in 2008, while BIG President Darlene Young will highlight some of her organization's programs, including the Young Leadership Academy. [more] 11-23-2007

Robert Kuttner and Arnold Scott
Robert Kuttner, author of "The Squandering of America: How the Failure of Our Politics Undermines Our Prosperity" will discuss the critical role unions play in taking back America's financial security and Arnold Scott, AFGE District Six National Vice President, will highlight ways his district is fighting for workers' rights at the Transportation Security Administration and Department of Defense. [more] 11-16-2007

Ed McElroy and Darlene Young
AFT President Ed McElroy will discuss his union's endorsement of Hillary Clinton for President in 2008, while BIG President Darlene Young will highlight some of her organization's programs, including the Young Leadership Academy. [more] 11-9-2007

John Gage, J. David Cox and Leo Gerard
A special presentation of “Inside Government”. The show, featuring AFGE National President John Gage and National Secretary-Treasurer J. David Cox, took place at AFGE’s Election 2008 Mobilization Conference in Pittsburgh, Pa. [more] 11-2-2007

Dwight Bowman, Clifford Lowery and Jesse Holland
Dwight Bowman, AFGE District 14 National Vice President, and Clifford Lowery, AFGE D.C. Local 1975 President, will appear to discuss District 14 issues, which include attempts at meeting with D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty. [more] 10-19-2007

Phillip Dine, Bill Fletcher and John Threlkeld
Philip Dine, author of “State of the Unions: How Labor Can Strengthen the Middle Class, Improve Our Economy, and Regain Political Influence”. Also, AFGE Field Services & Education Department Director Bill Fletcher and AFGE Legislative Representative John Threlkeld will appear. [more] 10-5-2007

DeWyngaert, Ellison and Bill Scher
The following program, which aired on Sept. 28, features AFGE Chief of Staff Brian DeWyngaert, Congressman Keith Ellison (D-Minn.), and the Campaign for America’s Future Online Editor Bill Scher. [more] 9-28-2007

Roger Hickey on Clinton's Health Care Plan and Marrujo on HISCO
Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's new health care plan, and AFGE's Hispanic Coalition (HISCO) 2007 conference. [more] 9-21-2007

TSA and Federal Meat Inspections
AFGE’s recent court victory in the AFGE v. Stone TSA case, as well as AFGE’s fight to block the Farm Bill, which would stop federal meat inspections. [more] 9-14-2007

Gabrielle Martin and Michael Barone
AFGE National Council of EEOC Locals President Gabrielle Martin and U.S. News & World Report Senior Writer Michael Barone. [more] 9-7-2007

Bryan Lowry and Maudine Cooper
AFGE Council of Prison Locals President Bryan Lowry and the Greater Washington Urban League President and CEO Maudine Cooper. Lowry will address the recent resignation of Attorney General Alberto Gonzales, and detail his Council’s request to Congress for emergency funding to fully staff the ADX Supermax facility in Florence, Colo. [more] 8-31-2007

Live at the Human Rights Training Conference
Featuring AFGE National President John Gage and National Secretary-Treasurer J. David Cox, the show took place in front of a live audience at AFGE's Human Rights Training Conference in Chicago, Ill. Also participating were AFGE members Fredna White, 10th District National Women's Advisory Coordinator; Don Hale, DEFCON Chair; and Kevin McGee, 11th District Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Vice President. [more] 8-24-2007

Jane Nygaard and Dana Duggins
Jane Nygaard, AFGE 8th District National Vice President, and Dana Duggins, Legislative Chair for AFGE’s National Council of SSA Field Operations Locals. Nygaard will detail the nationwide nursing shortage and how the federal sector can better recruit and retain nurses, while Duggins will address the nearly 750,000 disability claims currently backlogged at the Social Security Administration. [more] 8-3-2007

Michael Fletcher and Bryan Lowry
The following program, which aired on July 27, features Washington Post reporter Michael Fletcher, co-author of “Supreme Discomfort: The Divided Soul of Clarence Thomas”, and Bryan Lowry, President of AFGE’s Council of Prison Locals. Lowry will discuss unsafe working conditions at the nation's federal prison facilities as well as the benefits of the Federal Prison Industries program. [more] 7-27-2007

Inside Government Anniversary, NSPS, VA, TSA discussed by NST Cox
Celebrating the one-year anniversary of "Inside Government". Special guest AFGE National Secretary-Treasurer J. David Cox addresses such issues as the National Security Personnel System (NSPS), collective bargaining rights for Transportation Security Administration Officers (TSOs), and staffing and funding shortages at the Veterans Administration. He will also provide a special look back at "Inside Government" over the past year, and detail AFGE's organizing efforts. [more] 7-20-2007

Stier and Guerra Talk About Government Hiring Surge and the Jackie Guerra Show
Max Stier, President and CEO of the Partnership for Public Service, and Jackie Guerra, host of the progressive radio program "The Jackie Guerra Show". Stier will address the federal government's plan to hire more than 193,000 employees over the next two years. Guerra will talk about her radio program, and give listeners a look at her background in the labor movement. [more] 7-13-2007

Take Back America Conference with Jim Dean, Bill Scher and Larry Mishel
Broadcasting from the “Take Back America” conference in Washington, D.C. “Take Back America” is sponsored by the Campaign for America's Future, a prominent Washington, D.C.-based grassroots organization. Guests include Jim Dean, Chairman of Democracy for America; Bill Scher, Online Editor of Campaign for America’s Future; and Larry Mishel, President of the Economic Policy Institute. [more] 6-22-2007

Eric Bunn and Johnie Walker on Inside Government
Eric Bunn, president of AFGE D.C. Council 211, and Johnnie Walker, president of AFGE Human Services Local 383. Bunn and Walker call for a meeting with Mayor Adrian Fenty to reestablish ties with the unions and rely upon employee expertise as part of his overall crime-fighting initiative. [more] 6-15-2007

Baltimore Metro Event and the Law Enforcement Council
Cynthia Ennis, President of AFGE Local 1923, and Ernie Grecco, President of the Metropolitan Baltimore Council AFL-CIO Unions, who will discuss AFGE’s ongoing Baltimore Metro. Jim Aldridge, President of AFGE’s Law Enforcement Council, will also appear to discuss issues facing the council. [more] 6-8-2007

Pat Schroeder on her role at AAP and the Sundial Theatre Company discuss "Kin: The Trial of Carrie Buck"
Former Congresswoman Pat Schroeder discusses her 24 years in congress and her role in AAP; The Sundial Theatre Company discuss their upcoming production "Kin: The Trial of Carrie Buck" [more] 6-1-2007

Patty Murray (D-Wash), Roth, Moten on Next Steps in NSPS fight and Nation's Veterans
Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Mark Roth and Beth Moten discuss the next steps in the fight against the National Security Personnel System (NSPS) and the future of our nation's veterans [more] 5-25-2007

TSA Lost Data Lawsuit and TSA Collective Bargaining and Whistleblower Rights
Andrea Brooks (WFP NVP), Mark Roth (Gen. Counsel) and Charity Wilson (Leg. Rep) discuss AFGE's fight to secure TSA Officers Collective Bargaining and Whistleblower Rights, as well as AFGE's TSA lawsuit over the loss of employee data. [more] 5-18-2007

Citizenship and Immigration, Prisons, Federal Protective Service
Leaders for AFGE's Citizenship and Immigration council, Prison Locals council and the Federal Protective Service local 918, talk about the issues facing their respective agencies. [more] 5-11-2007

NSPS, FLRA, Minimum Wage and Employee Free Choice Act
General Counsel Mark Roth (AFGE) and Executive Editor Isaiah J. Poole (TomPaine.com) discuss NSPS, FLRA, AFGE's Legal Rights Attorney Program, Student Loan History, Minimum Wage and Employee Free Choice Act. [more] 5-4-2007

Telework, Pay-for-performance, aging work force, Food Inspection and TSA bargaining rights
Julie Davidson (LPR publications), Louis LaBrecque (BNA) analyze key federal government issues; Stan Painter, AFGE's southern food inspection council president discusses food inspection. [more] 4-20-2007

Employee Free Choice Act and Federal Employees Benefits
Texas Congressman Ciro Rodriguez (D) will discuss the Employee Free Choice Act and OPM director Linda springer discusses some of the benefits of working for the Federal Government. [more] 4-17-2007

USDA, FPS and the new "The Politico"
Rick Isserman (AFGE USDA) and David Wright (AFGE FPS) discuss USDA rural development program and FPS. Also, "The Politico" Editor and Senior Publisher Marty Tolchin, discusses new publication covering Capitol Hill. [more] 4-3-2007

Eleanor Holmes Norton Discusses Walter Reed Contracting Out
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, AFGE's John Threlkeld and Marilyn Park will discuss contracting out at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the Department of Veterans Affairs [more] 3-23-2007

TSA Collective Bargaining Rights: Bennie Thompson & NVP Joe Flynn
Congressman Bennie Thompson and AFGE NVP Joe Flynn discuss recent developments surrounding granting collective bargaining rights to TSA Officers. [more] 3-16-2007

HUD Budget Impact and VA Claim Backlog (Re-Air)
HUD council president discusses the impact of budget proposals and the VA council president discusses the pending claim backlog as well as rotation shifts for VA law enforcement officers. [more] 3-9-2007

District NVPs Flowers and James Discuss Organizing, TSA Collective Bargaining and Legislative Conference Highlights
AFGE National Vice Presidents for Districts 5 and 7 talk about organizing, TSA collective bargaining rights and AFGE's recent Legislative and Grassroots Mobilization Conference. [more] 3-2-2007

Pinnock on: TSA Collective Bargaining, Pay For Performance and Organizing
[Re-Aired] Membership & Organization Director Sharon Pinnock talks about our new organizing campaign, TSA Collective Bargaining and Pay for Performance. [more] 2-16-2007

HUD Budget Impact and VA Claim Backlog
HUD council president discusses the impact of budget proposals and the VA council president discusses the pending claim backlog as well as rotation shifts for VA law enforcement officers. [more] 2-9-2007

Pinnock on: TSA Collective Bargaining, Pay For Performance and Organizing
Membership & Organization Director Sharon Pinnock talks about our new organizing campaign, TSA Collective Bargaining and Pay for Performance. [more] 2-2-2007

New Congress, Telecommuting & Collective Bargaining for TSA Officers
Legislative and Political Action Director will discuss the goals of working with the new Congress, telecommuting, and TSA officers collective bargaining rights. Also, NPF president Bob Meyers discusses the upcoming awards dinner. [more] 1-26-2007

DC's children and AFGE Benefits on IG
Johnnie Walker (DC Social Services) discusses DC's children's issues; Mark Williams highlights financial benefits. [more] 1-19-2007

Juan Williams' Enough: Phony Leaders, Dead-End Movements...
Fox News Political Contributor Juan Williams discusses his new book. [more] 1-5-2007

IG: Iraq Study Group Report
National President John Gage discusses the Iraq Study Group report. Also FEDtalk co-hosts Bill Bransford and Diana Veilleux. [more] 12-22-2006

Immigration and Federal Protective Service on Inside Government
With AFGE's ICE council president Cynthia Kohlmeier-Parker and AFGE's FPS Local 918 President David Wright. [more] 12-8-2006

ILO: TSA Officers deserve Collective Bargaining
Deputy General Counsel Chuck Hobbie discusses the ILO's ruling that TSA officers deserve to organize; Web Developer Rodrigo Munera talks about the website. [more] 12-1-2006

Howard Dean on Midterm Elections
Guests Howard Dean, Davis and Local Officer Jackson. [more] 10-27-2006

Understaffed Federal Prisons: Cause and Consequence
T.J. Bonner, AFGE's Bureau of Prisons Council president talks about the current state of federal prisons; also, AFGE Field Services director Joe Henderson. [more] 9-22-2006

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