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Resource Library

Our rich array of resources provides critical insights on government management trends and issues, sheds light on what our government does and why it matters, and offers government employees recommendations and guidance for success in public service.

These resources reach many different audiences and are grounded in our 25 years of expertise in building a better government and a stronger democracy.

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Case Studies

Discover stories of public service leadership in action, centered on the values and competencies of our Public Service Leadership Model.

How one public servant’s strong self-awareness helped create a more nuclear-secure world

Putting the customer first: How Barbara C. Morton helped transform the way our government serves veterans

Fed Figures

Explore the data analyses that shed light on key characteristics of the federal workforce.

How the Federal Workforce is Impacted During a Government Shutdown (2025 Update)

A Guide to Federal Workforce Data

Press

Read the news releases and statements, commentary and media mentions that shed light on the latest federal management issues and push back on harmful efforts to undermine government.

Opposing Trump’s quest for power is not about politics, but a defense of democracy

Partnership for Public Service statement on one-year anniversary of directing agencies to reduce the federal workforce

Publications

Read the in-depth analyses offering agencies, public servants, researchers, policymakers, the media, general readers and others a window into our government’s performance, challenges and paths to improvement.

The Politicization of Federal Leadership: Record Non-Senate Confirmed Presidential Appointments and the Hollowing Out of Career Leadership

A Culture of Fear: Leadership Deficits at Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Public Comments and Testimony

Explore the analyses of current policy proposals, regulations and topics that affect the civil service and the management and operations of the federal government.

Partnership for Public Service’s public comments on OPM’s “Reduction in Force Appeals” proposed rule

Max Stier’s statement for the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform hearing “The Stay-at-Home Federal Workforce: Another Biden-Harris Legacy”

Videos

Enjoy these featurettes of public servants and their stories, explainers on government, highlights from our flagship events, interviews with government leaders, and webinars on employment and career topics for current and former civil servants.

Our Government Explained (in 3 Minutes or Less): What Does a Government Shutdown Mean For You?

FedSupport Webinar: Let Your Public Service Values Lead You into Your Next Career

Shadows of people cast across an American flag.

Our Shared Responsibility

We all play a role in building a better government and a stronger democracy.