Logical_Mongoose
Legendary Member
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We can sit around jerkin' our gherkins like the bunch of window lickers that we are, or we can at least throw up the Hail Mary pass as time expires and hope someone comes down with the ball. Maybe some old fashioned mailed letters to the President might do something; I fully understand and accept that it definitely most likely won't. But you can't win the lotto if you don't buy a ticket. The "example" below fits on 1 page when in 12 point font with .7" margins (might need to adjust the bullet points when transferring over to Word/Google Docs). Godspeed.
Dear President Biden,
I write urging you to consider not signing your upcoming executive order regarding your alternative pay plan for federal employees. Altering the federal pay system will have detrimental effects on the government's ability to attract and retain a highly qualified workforce, while placing undue strain on dedicated civil servants that serve this nation faithfully.
Instead of implementing an alternative pay plan that will harm the federal workforce, I implore you to consider a different approach: abstain from signing your executive order and allow the full implementation of the Federal Employees Pay Comparability Act of 1990. This Act was designed to ensure that federal salaries remain competitive with the private sector. By implementing the Federal Employees Pay Comparability Act, you could add to your pro-labor legacy by giving the federal government the chance to attract and retain highly qualified employees. You will also help ensure the financial security of federal employees and their families across these United States, winning their admiration for the rest of their lives by making the decision no other President has made.
Federal employees earn less than their private sector counterparts. A 2023 report by the Congressional Budget Office showed that federal workers earn 23% less than comparable private sector employees. This disparity is even more pronounced in critical professions like scientists and engineers.
Reducing federal pay further will exacerbate these disparities and lead to several unintended consequences:
Beyond these broader consequences, it is crucial to recognize the human impact of pay stagnation. Countless federal employees across America are struggling to make ends meet. Rising inflation, stagnant wages, and increasing costs of living have placed immense financial pressure on these dedicated public servants; they are worried about how they will afford basic necessities like housing, food, and healthcare. That is to speak nothing of the career uncertainty posed by the incoming administration.
Implementing an alternative pay plan that is substantially less than the rate of inflation will only worsen this situation, pushing many hardworking individuals and families further into financial hardship.
Fully implementing the Federal Employees Pay Comparability Act invests in the federal workforce, strengthens our government, and helps fortify your legacy of being the most labor-friendly and pro-middle class president since FDR. I urge you to prioritize this solution over an alternative pay plan that could have detrimental long-term consequences for both federal employees and the nation as a whole.
Thank you for your consideration of this critical issue.
Sincerely,
Dear President Biden,
I write urging you to consider not signing your upcoming executive order regarding your alternative pay plan for federal employees. Altering the federal pay system will have detrimental effects on the government's ability to attract and retain a highly qualified workforce, while placing undue strain on dedicated civil servants that serve this nation faithfully.
Instead of implementing an alternative pay plan that will harm the federal workforce, I implore you to consider a different approach: abstain from signing your executive order and allow the full implementation of the Federal Employees Pay Comparability Act of 1990. This Act was designed to ensure that federal salaries remain competitive with the private sector. By implementing the Federal Employees Pay Comparability Act, you could add to your pro-labor legacy by giving the federal government the chance to attract and retain highly qualified employees. You will also help ensure the financial security of federal employees and their families across these United States, winning their admiration for the rest of their lives by making the decision no other President has made.
Federal employees earn less than their private sector counterparts. A 2023 report by the Congressional Budget Office showed that federal workers earn 23% less than comparable private sector employees. This disparity is even more pronounced in critical professions like scientists and engineers.
Reducing federal pay further will exacerbate these disparities and lead to several unintended consequences:
- Difficulty recruiting top talent: Faced with lower salaries, talented individuals may opt for more lucrative opportunities in the private sector, leaving the government with a diminished pool of qualified candidates.
- Loss of experienced employees: Existing federal employees may seek higher-paying jobs outside of government, resulting in a loss of institutional knowledge and expertise.
- Decline in morale and productivity: Pay cuts or stagnant wages could lead to decreased morale and motivation among federal employees, impacting their overall productivity and the quality of government services.
Beyond these broader consequences, it is crucial to recognize the human impact of pay stagnation. Countless federal employees across America are struggling to make ends meet. Rising inflation, stagnant wages, and increasing costs of living have placed immense financial pressure on these dedicated public servants; they are worried about how they will afford basic necessities like housing, food, and healthcare. That is to speak nothing of the career uncertainty posed by the incoming administration.
Implementing an alternative pay plan that is substantially less than the rate of inflation will only worsen this situation, pushing many hardworking individuals and families further into financial hardship.
Fully implementing the Federal Employees Pay Comparability Act invests in the federal workforce, strengthens our government, and helps fortify your legacy of being the most labor-friendly and pro-middle class president since FDR. I urge you to prioritize this solution over an alternative pay plan that could have detrimental long-term consequences for both federal employees and the nation as a whole.
Thank you for your consideration of this critical issue.
Sincerely,
