Secretary Panetta, why is the administration seeking a pay raise for Federal employees who, according to a January 30, 2012, report from the Congressional Budget Office, are compensated 16 percent higher than their private sector counterparts, and enjoy a 48 percent advantage in benefits?
John McCain: “Secretary Panetta, why is the administration seeking a pay raise for Federal employees who, according to a January 30…”
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McCain questions the rationale behind proposed pay raises for federal employees compared to private sector salaries.
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