Statecraft What to Expect From DOGE
Jan 8, 2025
Oren Cass, chief economist at American Compass and expert in government efficiency, dives into the inner workings of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). He discusses the hurdles in firing federal employees and innovative ways to save taxpayer money. Oren reveals the dynamics between West Coast and East Coast approaches within DOGE and emphasizes the importance of ambitious goals in federal contracting. His insights into balancing deregulation with state investment highlight the crucial role government can play in fostering innovation.
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Improve Hiring and Firing
- Fix the federal hiring and firing process, which is slow and inefficient.
- Make it easier to hire good talent and fire bad employees consistently.
Jack Cable's Hiring Story
- 17-year-old Jack Cable won the "Hack the Air Force" contest but was deemed unqualified for a Pentagon job.
- The HR manager didn't recognize his coding languages, highlighting the hiring challenges.
Prioritize Effectiveness
- Focus on government efficiency and effectiveness, not just cost savings.
- While cost savings are important, improving how the government functions is crucial.