The Chief


House Budget Committee Staff Director Tom Kahn

Fun With Numbers

June 25, 2009

Tom Kahn has a job that most people would consider intimidating. As the staff director for the House Budget Committee, Kahn is charged with helping members of the committee divvy up unfathomable amounts of money to keep the government and the country running smoothly.

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Chief Counsel: Set Deadline Expectations Early and Stick to Them

June 25, 2009

Q: Many of our staffers do not meet deadlines or ignore them entirely. Is this a generational thing? How can my staff think this is OK? What can I do about it?


The Newcomers: Time for Serendipity

June 25, 2009

They say things happen when you least expect them. Anne Warden, chief of staff to Rep. Mike Thompson (D-Calif.), can attest to that.

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

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