Published Jan 13, 2025

Why Government Hiring Is So Inefficient

Jennifer Pahlka, author of "Recoding America," delves into the inefficiencies of government hiring, technology projects, and operations, urging for reform to combat outdated systems and bureaucratic inertia, and advocating for a balanced approach between disruptive innovation and thoughtful policy changes.

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Why Government Hiring Is So Inefficient

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Technology in Government

Government WasteJennifer Pahlka examines the systemic complexities and resistance to reform that plague government operations. She discusses how outdated policies and bureaucratic inertia hinder efficiency and the need for bold leadership to drive meaningful change.

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