Insights

• Taking a Closer Look at Opportunities: Comparing Plum Book 2004 and Plum Book 2008

  A look at some of the differences.

• About the Plum Book: What's Inside?

  Want a policy-making position in the U.S. government?  Look in the Plum Book.

• Reading Up on the Subject: Articles on the Transition

  What you need to know about the 2008 transition.

• The Federal Civil Service: How Does It Work?

  Looking at the structure of the Federal Civil Service.

• By the Numbers: The Federal Budget Process

  Where the budget numbers come from.

• Getting It Right: The Difference Between Running for Office and Running the Government

  How are they different?

• Schooling up? Understanding the Executive Branch

  An important part of the Federal government.

• Appointments for a New Administration

  What positions may be changed during a presidential transition?

• Types of Presidential Appointments Requiring Senate Approval

  What types of PAS positions are available?