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Governing AI in the Public Workforce: A Skills-Based Framework for Equitable Reskilling - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization.  By Dorcas AttahSeptember 25, 2026 Federal agencies have built serious machinery for go...
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September 25, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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Puerto Rico’s Fiscal Oversight Challenge Is a Public Administration Problem
By Jan Manuel Cubero-Jimenez
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Puerto Rico’s Fiscal Oversight Challenge Is a Public Administration Problem - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization.  By Jan Manuel Cubero JiménezSeptember 18, 2026 The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico’s fiscal crisis is often discussed as a debt problem. It is also a public administration problem. Budgets are not only financial documents; they […]
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September 25, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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The Accountability Tightrope: Handling Conflicts of Interest in P3s in Miami-Dade County
By Andrew R. Vaz
The Accountability Tightrope: Handling Conflicts of Interest in P3s in Miami-Dade County - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization.  By Andrew R. VazSeptember 18, 2026 Introduction In Miami-Dade County, large-scale transit, social and infrastructure projects are frequently carried out by Public-Private Partnerships (P3s). Under Florida Statute 255.065 and County Ordinance Section 2-8.2.6, Miami-Dade’s P3 […]
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September 24, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Public Administration vs. Politics: What Public Administrators Can Do Beyond the Rhetoric
By George S. Welch
Public Administration vs. Politics: What Public Administrators Can Do Beyond the Rhetoric - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By George S. WelchSeptember 18, 2026 Every election cycle produces a familiar pattern. Candidates make promises. Political leaders exchange criticism. Advocacy groups mobilize supporters. Social media amplifies conflict. News coverage focuses on controversy, competition and […]
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September 23, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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To the Mind Through the Eye
By Anna Marie Schuh
To the Mind Through the Eye - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Anna Marie SchuhSeptember 18, 2026 Most people understand that communication is important in management, particularly public management. However, some do not believe the written word has the same impact as oral communication. I disagree […]
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September 22, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Putting a Lens on Transitions
By Andrew Kleine
Putting a Lens on Transitions - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Andrew KleineSeptember 18, 2026 This fall, several large cities and counties will hold elections for mayor and executive. They include Los Angeles, the District of Columbia, Oakland, Louisville, Raleigh, Harris County, Texas, and Orange […]
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September 21, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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What Working Across Research and Government Taught Me About Public Service
By Afsana Alam
What Working Across Research and Government Taught Me About Public Service - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Afsana AlamSeptember 11, 2026 In the span of a year, I had the opportunity to experience public service from three very different roles: as a Ph.D. student conducting policy research, as a legislative intern […]
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September 18, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Beyond Transaction Counts: An Administrative Burden Dashboard for Digital Public Services
By Albert Nii Noi Okwei
Beyond Transaction Counts: An Administrative Burden Dashboard for Digital Public Services - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Albert Nii Noi OkweiSeptember 11, 2026 When the U.S. Department of Education rolled out the redesigned FAFSA for the 2024-25 cycle, the goal was a shorter form and easier access to federal student aid. […]
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September 17, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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A Director of Operations is Not the Same as a City Administrator
By Michael R. Ford
A Director of Operations is Not the Same as a City Administrator - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Michael R. FordSeptember 11, 2026 In the past few years, there has been much interest in professional management in Wisconsin municipalities. To be clear, the interest is not new. More than half of Wisconsin […]
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September 16, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Determining Public Safety Resource Needs
By Leonard Chan
Determining Public Safety Resource Needs - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Leonard ChanSeptember 11, 2026 In 2020, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) and Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) published a white paper, “21st Century Fire and Emergency Services.” The opening paragraph asserts that […]
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September 15, 2026 at 3:39 PM
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FUSUS: Using Technology to Build Public-Safety Partnerships with Businesses
By Mark P. Kling
FUSUS: Using Technology to Build Public-Safety Partnerships with Businesses - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Mark P. Kling September 4, 2026 The Rialto Police Department’s approach to FUSUS demonstrates how local governments can introduce emerging public-safety technology while preserving transparency, business autonomy and community relationships. Rialto requires new business […]
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September 14, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Social Cohesion in a Chaotic World
By Renée Cardarelle
Social Cohesion in a Chaotic World - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Renée CardarelleSeptember 4, 2026 Have you ever been in a conversation where you feel as though you are missing something? Or walked into an event where everyone seems to be following rules you don’t […]
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September 11, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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The Auditing Officer: More Tools. Less Judgment. (Part II)
By Mauricio Covarrubias
The Auditing Officer: More Tools. Less Judgment. (Part II) - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Mauricio CovarrubiasSeptember 4, 2026 In Part I, we examined a paradox that is reshaping public administration: as AI tools multiply, the exercise of independent judgment atrophies, not through negligence, but through the rational delegation […]
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September 10, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Beyond Placement: Why AI Fails Without Back-End Logic Reform
By Ping Xu
Beyond Placement: Why AI Fails Without Back-End Logic Reform - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Ping XuAugust 28, 2026 In a previous PA Times article, I argued that placing AI at the front end of public systems—screening, classifying or rejecting applications—does not improve decision quality. It amplifies error and […]
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September 9, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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The Cybernetic Civil Service: Why the Federal Workforce Needs a Nervous System, Not Just a Reorganization
By Bill Brantley
The Cybernetic Civil Service: Why the Federal Workforce Needs a Nervous System, Not Just a Reorganization - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Bill BrantleyAugust 28, 2026 The federal workforce is smaller and more fragile than it has been in decades. In 2025, roughly 378,000 employees left across the 22 major agencies covered by the Chief Financial […]
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September 8, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Beyond the DEI vs. Merit Binary: Why Public Institutions Need Both Fair Access and Credible Standards
By George S. Welch
Beyond the DEI vs. Merit Binary: Why Public Institutions Need Both Fair Access and Credible Standards - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By George S. WelchAugust 28, 2026 Few debates in public administration are framed as rigidly as the one between DEI initiatives and merit. In public discourse, the choice is often presented in stark terms: either […]
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September 4, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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AI Is Entering the Whole of Government. Are We Governing It That Way?
By Wonhyuk Cho, Ziteng Fan & Yueping Zheng
AI Is Entering the Whole of Government. Are We Governing It That Way? - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Wonhyuk Cho, Ziteng Fan & Yueping ZhengAugust 28, 2026 Artificial intelligence is no longer at the margins of government. It is already finding its way into the everyday business of public administration, from budget […]
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September 3, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Wilson at 140: Reclaiming the Future and Integrity of Public Administration
By Stephen M. King
Wilson at 140: Reclaiming the Future and Integrity of Public Administration - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Stephen M. KingAugust 21, 2026 We recently celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. While the Declaration is not recognized as an official governing document, it nonetheless contains the remarkable statement written […]
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September 2, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Measuring Beyond the Ledger: What Performance Data Misses
By Charles Anthony Smith
Measuring Beyond the Ledger: What Performance Data Misses - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Charles Anthony SmithAugust 28, 2026 We gave a group of young people cameras in Jackson, Mississippi, and asked them to take pictures of their own neighborhoods. They brought back empty lots and crumbling houses, […]
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September 1, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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When the Algorithm Audits the Auditor
By Eric Acheampong
When the Algorithm Audits the Auditor - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Eric AcheampongAugust 21, 2026 In 2020, the Dutch government’s algorithmic fraud detection system flagged thousands of families, most of them from ethnic minority communities, as suspected benefit fraudsters. The families lost support, fell into […]
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August 31, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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Wilson at 140: Reclaiming the Future and Integrity of Public Administration
By Stephen M. King
Wilson at 140: Reclaiming the Future and Integrity of Public Administration - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Stephen M. KingAugust 21, 2026 We recently celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. While the Declaration is not recognized as an official governing document, it nonetheless contains the remarkable statement written […]
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August 31, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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The Economic Effects of Central Bank Independence
By Ken Kriz
The Economic Effects of Central Bank Independence - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Kenneth A. KrizAugust 21, 2026 Many observers were alarmed when President Donald Trump began to criticize and seemingly threaten the position of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, especially Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. […]
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August 28, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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College Field Studies 2.0
By Joe Jarret
College Field Studies 2.0 - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Joe JarretAugust 14, 2026 Introduction It has been said that when students engage in learning experiences outside of the formal classroom setting, they are more motivated, demonstrate greater recall of course material and experience […]
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August 27, 2026 at 12:15 PM
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#MembershipMatters! ICYMI, the Summer 2026 edition of #PATimes Magazine was released earlier this month, including excellent content from our Chapters and Sections and #FoundersFellows! Get your copy online:
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The Case for Professional Management in Local Government
By Johcito Peraza
The Case for Professional Management in Local Government - PA TIMES Online
The views expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of ASPA as an organization. By Johncito PerazaAugust 14, 2026 The past several years have fundamentally changed the way local government operates. The COVID-19 pandemic tested every aspect of public service, while political polarization, misinformation and rapidly evolving technology have […]
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August 26, 2026 at 12:15 PM