On the recordMarch 4, 2013
I worry about our civilian workforce. I do not know--three pay freezes, furlough potential--I am not sure why anybody would want to work for us right now.
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congress.govI worry about our civilian workforce. I do not know--three pay freezes, furlough potential--I am not sure why anybody would want to work for us right now.
Hale expresses concern over the impact of pay freezes and furloughs on civilian workforce recruitment.
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