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Monday, April 17, 2006

Pentagon Rewards Undeserving Contractors


Award fees are meant in theory to motivate defense contractors with extra money for performance. But a recent Government Accountability Office study found that the fees are often paid regardless of whether a project is on schedule and within its budget. (Washington Post, Monday)
Stop the presses.

FEE Timely Classic
The Proper Attitude Toward the Proper Role of the State by Joseph S. Fulda