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  • DOD civilians, service members must remain non-partisan, apolitical

    Service members and Defense Department civilians swear an oath to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States. It doesn’t matter who is elected or what party that person represents. DOD personnel will follow the lawful orders of the commander in chief.

  • Decyphering rules for civilian and military political participation

    We are well into the 2016 election year, so it’s helpful to review the rules pertaining to civilian employees under the Hatch Act, as well as the rules pertaining to military members. Whether you are Team Trump or Team Clinton, these rules are essential to know in order to avoid the negative