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Why State’s New “Fidelity” Standard Threatens Merit Protections
Federal employees have seen many political swings over the years, but the State Department’s reported decision to award retroactive promotions and back pay to nearly 300 employees ...
DEI and Merit Are Not Opposites—They’re Partners
In 1960, about 96% of U.S. lawyers were white men. Women made up less than 5% of the profession, and Black lawyers numbered only in the low thousands nationwide. That wasn’t becaus...
Introducing Lydia Taylor: New Voice, Same Mission
At Southworth PC, we’ve always believed in showing up—early, often, and with purpose—for the federal employees who need us. Today, we’re proud to formally introduce someone who’s h...
OPM’s New Hiring Memo: Loyalty Tests, Legal Risks & Schedule F 2.0
The Hidden Agenda Behind OPM's New Hiring Memo
Federal employees are no strangers to shifting political winds—but a recent 19-page memo from the Office of Personnel Management (OP...
When Inclusion Becomes a Risk: Mindfulness for the New Federal Landscape
If you're feeling shaken by the latest federal mandate to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, you're not alone. Recent orders require agencies to erase DEI i...
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