Sometimes absurdity can only be appreciated through the wealth of exaggeration. However, the public does care about the human component. Having had the benefit of 15 years in aerospace before my federal employment, I speak from a perspective of having walked the walk. I never appreciated Dilbert until after I took my public service oath. The fish stinks from the head first.
Reform starts from the top down.
When federal employment reform acquires substance, the media hype will fade. Until then, the press is one of the few vehicles available to grab the ear of policy-makers in Congress. Federal employees need a break. Even more, they need honorable, strong, ethical and respectful leadership and a system to remove bad apples. No Second Chance I look forward to reading Milt Zall s column in every issue of Federal Computer Week.