Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
A lavish convention in Las Vegas for the General Services Administration three years ago sparked new federal rules aimed at curbing excessive spending on travel, food and conventions. But today, federal employees are concerned the new guidelines are preventing them from doing critical parts of their jobs – from receiving professional training to sharing their research. Kojo explores how new restrictions on travel for federal employees is affecting the the work that goes on in government agencies.
Guests
- Max Stier President and CEO, Partnership for Public Service
- Lisa Rein Reporter, The Washington Post
- John Mica Member, U.S. House of Representatives (R-Fla.)
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