Shop Talk: Dream of Californication

July 9, 2009, 12 a.m.

Sarah Pompei is leaving Sen. Mike Johanns’ (R-Neb.) press office on Capitol Hill for her home state of California, where she will be eBay founder Meg Whitman’s press secretary for her 2010 gubernatorial bid. Pompei, a former regional spokeswoman for ex-Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney’s (R) presidential campaign, was Johanns’ press secretary during his 2008 Senate race.

Grover: U.S. Teaching Hospitals Need Federal Support

Chun: Cyber Attacks Demand Strong Public-Private Response

Nov. 6, 12:35 p.m.

The federal government is increasingly taking a leadership role in improving the nation’s cybersecurity. But, with a threat that is quickly growing and more sophisticated each day, it’s clear that the government — for all of its good intentions — cannot win this battle without a robust commitment from technology companies. Read Full Article