#bureaucracy

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California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
10 hours ago

Walters: Botched lawyer exam is California's latest entry in its hall of shame

California's bureaucracy has a history of high-tech project failures and mismanagement, raising concerns about its effectiveness and decision-making.
#government-reform
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

San Francisco looks into streamlining 'overwhelming' contracting process for small businesses

San Francisco's contracting process for small businesses is overly complex, prompting a proposal for simplification by the Board of Supervisors.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Vietnam approves bold reforms to streamline ministries DW 02/19/2025

Vietnam plans to cut 100,000 public sector jobs and reduce ministries from 18 to 14 in a major bureaucratic overhaul.
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago
SF politics

Has DOGE missed its opportunity?

After 100 days, DOGE's strategy appears ineffective against the entrenched federal bureaucracy.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

San Francisco looks into streamlining 'overwhelming' contracting process for small businesses

San Francisco's contracting process for small businesses is overly complex, prompting a proposal for simplification by the Board of Supervisors.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Vietnam approves bold reforms to streamline ministries DW 02/19/2025

Vietnam plans to cut 100,000 public sector jobs and reduce ministries from 18 to 14 in a major bureaucratic overhaul.
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago
SF politics

Has DOGE missed its opportunity?

After 100 days, DOGE's strategy appears ineffective against the entrenched federal bureaucracy.
more#government-reform
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
SF politics

Exclusive | Brown student who sent admin DOGE-style email tells The Post he won't stop hunting out 'bulls-t jobs', despite facing disciplinary hearing

Alex Shieh seeks to expose and cut wasteful spending in college bureaucracy by questioning administrators about their roles and productivity.
#germany
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

'Be stubborn': How foreign residents grapple with German bureaucracy

Germany struggles with excessive bureaucracy, characterized by lengthy paperwork processes and an aversion to digital solutions.
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago
Germany politics

'It's still on paper!': Why German bureaucracy is so infuriating

German bureaucracy is seen as inefficient and outdated, particularly regarding citizenship applications and digitalisation.
fromThe Local Germany
1 year ago
Germany politics

What rights do I have if I'm married to a German citizen?

Marriage to a German citizen eases residency processes for non-EU foreigners in Germany, but understanding the rules and requirements is essential.
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago
Germany politics

German word of the day: Papierkram

Papierkram refers to the tedious paperwork associated with bureaucratic life in Germany.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

'Be stubborn': How foreign residents grapple with German bureaucracy

Germany struggles with excessive bureaucracy, characterized by lengthy paperwork processes and an aversion to digital solutions.
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago
Germany politics

'It's still on paper!': Why German bureaucracy is so infuriating

German bureaucracy is seen as inefficient and outdated, particularly regarding citizenship applications and digitalisation.
fromThe Local Germany
1 year ago
Germany politics

What rights do I have if I'm married to a German citizen?

Marriage to a German citizen eases residency processes for non-EU foreigners in Germany, but understanding the rules and requirements is essential.
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago
Germany politics

German word of the day: Papierkram

Papierkram refers to the tedious paperwork associated with bureaucratic life in Germany.
more#germany
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

From fiasco' to fantastic': Americans weigh in on 100 days of Trump

Opinions on Trump's second term are sharply divided, with supporters expressing exhilaration and opponents expressing chaos and alarm.
Renovation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Couple sues Bay Area city over $254,000 home remodeling fine

The couple alleges that city bureaucracy caused significant construction delays, leading to excessive fines.
They argue the fines are unfair and challenge the city's legal authority to impose such penalties.
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago
SF politics

What is Vietnam's administrative 'revolution'? DW 05/02/2025

Vietnam is implementing a major administrative overhaul to modernize governance, boost economic growth, and reduce bureaucracy.
#outdoor-dining
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Community Boards, Lawmakers Flex Regained Powers to Stall Outdoor Dining - Streetsblog New York City

Community boards and lawmakers are using new regulations to hinder outdoor dining applications in NYC, limiting access to some areas.
Mayor Adam's 2023 outdoor dining law has paved the way for increased bureaucratic obstacles for restaurant owners.
NYC food
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NYC restaurants, diners frustrated by al fresco limitations: 'It's easier to find a boyfriend than an outdoor dining seat'

New York restaurants face limited outdoor dining due to strict regulations and permit backlogs.
Bureaucratic delays are hindering outdoor seating expansions in NYC.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Community Boards, Lawmakers Flex Regained Powers to Stall Outdoor Dining - Streetsblog New York City

Community boards and lawmakers are using new regulations to hinder outdoor dining applications in NYC, limiting access to some areas.
Mayor Adam's 2023 outdoor dining law has paved the way for increased bureaucratic obstacles for restaurant owners.
NYC food
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

NYC restaurants, diners frustrated by al fresco limitations: 'It's easier to find a boyfriend than an outdoor dining seat'

New York restaurants face limited outdoor dining due to strict regulations and permit backlogs.
Bureaucratic delays are hindering outdoor seating expansions in NYC.
more#outdoor-dining
#trump-administration
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Jamie Dimon says he hopes DOGE is successful because the US government is 'not very competent'

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon advocates for more efficient and effective government operations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Fired Federal Workers Tell MSNBC They Are Still Confused Why They Don't Have Jobs After Watching Trump Speech

Fired federal workers express confusion and frustration over job cuts despite President Trump's claims of efficiency and reform.
fromThe American Conservative
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Rubio's Foggy Bottom Shakeup Is a Godsend for MAGA

The Trump administration aims to reshape U.S. foreign affairs by abolishing USAID and streamlining the State Department.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

Thousands of federal workers would be easier to fire under Trump rule change

Trump administration seeks to ease firings of federal workers by reclassifying them as at-will employees, aiming to increase accountability and reduce bureaucracy.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago
NYC startup

Santa Clara County, SF take aim at Elon Musk's DOGE in latest lawsuit against the Trump administration

Santa Clara County and San Francisco have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's bureaucratic transformation efforts led by Elon Musk's initiative.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
US politics

Chaos unleashed by Musk's Doge is starting to wane what does that mean?

Elon Musk has stepped back from the Doge initiative to focus on Tesla, highlighting potential changes in government efficiency efforts.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Jamie Dimon says he hopes DOGE is successful because the US government is 'not very competent'

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon advocates for more efficient and effective government operations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Fired Federal Workers Tell MSNBC They Are Still Confused Why They Don't Have Jobs After Watching Trump Speech

Fired federal workers express confusion and frustration over job cuts despite President Trump's claims of efficiency and reform.
fromThe American Conservative
1 week ago
Right-wing politics

Rubio's Foggy Bottom Shakeup Is a Godsend for MAGA

The Trump administration aims to reshape U.S. foreign affairs by abolishing USAID and streamlining the State Department.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

Thousands of federal workers would be easier to fire under Trump rule change

Trump administration seeks to ease firings of federal workers by reclassifying them as at-will employees, aiming to increase accountability and reduce bureaucracy.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago
NYC startup

Santa Clara County, SF take aim at Elon Musk's DOGE in latest lawsuit against the Trump administration

Santa Clara County and San Francisco have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration's bureaucratic transformation efforts led by Elon Musk's initiative.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
US politics

Chaos unleashed by Musk's Doge is starting to wane what does that mean?

Elon Musk has stepped back from the Doge initiative to focus on Tesla, highlighting potential changes in government efficiency efforts.
more#trump-administration
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

Dutch Municipality Accidentally Discards a 1980s Warhol Print

The Maashorst municipality likely threw away a valuable Warhol silk-screen print during a renovation.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
US politics

Pentagon employees were ousted after 'turf war' in Hegseth's office: source

The recent Pentagon firings were primarily due to internal office politics, not ideological disagreements.
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago
France news

LISTED: The main problems foreigners in France face with ANEF admin site

Foreigners in France struggle with the ANEF site for residency permit renewals due to systemic technical issues.
Typography
fromOpen Culture
3 weeks ago

What Is Kafkaesque?: The Philosophy of Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka created complex literary works that critique bureaucratic absurdity, leaving a lasting legacy after his posthumous publication.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago
Paris food

On the Agenda: What's happening in France this week

France is debating a law aimed at reducing bureaucracy and administrative burdens for small businesses.
#elon-musk
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The True Purpose of Elon Musk's Weekend Email Ultimatum to Federal Workers

Musk's email to federal workers demands accountability with a threat of resignation, demonstrating his unique approach to management and oversight.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Laura Ingraham Dunks on Laid-Off Federal Employees: Need To Get Real Jobs'

Laura Ingraham criticized laid-off federal workers, suggesting they must seek real jobs while Musk's actions aimed to reduce government bureaucracy.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How Elon Musk Executed His Takeover of the Federal Bureaucracy

Elon Musk envisions a radical overhaul of federal bureaucracy as a technology challenge, emphasizing access and efficiency akin to his approach with Twitter.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Elon Musk Crashes CPAC Stage And Is Given a Golden Chainsaw: I'm Living the Meme'

Elon Musk received a golden chainsaw from Argentine President Javier Milei at CPAC, symbolizing a humorous take on bureaucracy.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
US politics

Elon Musk is surprised DOGE gets 'attacked like crazy' despite being 'very transparent'

Elon Musk defends the White House DOGE Office as transparent amid criticism over cuts to government spending and agency downsizing.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

The True Purpose of Elon Musk's Weekend Email Ultimatum to Federal Workers

Musk's email to federal workers demands accountability with a threat of resignation, demonstrating his unique approach to management and oversight.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Laura Ingraham Dunks on Laid-Off Federal Employees: Need To Get Real Jobs'

Laura Ingraham criticized laid-off federal workers, suggesting they must seek real jobs while Musk's actions aimed to reduce government bureaucracy.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

How Elon Musk Executed His Takeover of the Federal Bureaucracy

Elon Musk envisions a radical overhaul of federal bureaucracy as a technology challenge, emphasizing access and efficiency akin to his approach with Twitter.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Elon Musk Crashes CPAC Stage And Is Given a Golden Chainsaw: I'm Living the Meme'

Elon Musk received a golden chainsaw from Argentine President Javier Milei at CPAC, symbolizing a humorous take on bureaucracy.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
US politics

Elon Musk is surprised DOGE gets 'attacked like crazy' despite being 'very transparent'

Elon Musk defends the White House DOGE Office as transparent amid criticism over cuts to government spending and agency downsizing.
more#elon-musk
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

He's a decorated war vet but a convicted criminal. ICE wants to deport him

Jose Barco, a decorated veteran, faces deportation to Venezuela after years in the U.S., highlighting flaws in military and immigration policies.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

Amazon Just Quietly Released A Surprisingly Awesome New Kevin Bacon Action-Horror

Blumhouse's 'The Bondsman' merges bureaucracy with the afterlife, as Kevin Bacon's character hunts demons for the Devil.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Why It's a Problem That Healthcare Is So Drab

Institutional mental healthcare's dullness can undermine its effectiveness.
Risk aversion may render sensible safety practices unappealing to individuals.
Behaviors associated with mental illnesses can become private acts of rebellion.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

'I am dying to get home' - journalist and broadcaster Darragh McCullough and wife refused entry into EU with Baby Grace, born via surrogacy

The McCullough family is dealing with bureaucratic obstacles after surrogacy in Northern Cyprus while preparing to bring their newborn daughter Grace home.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
SF politics

Oh My F**king God!' Jon Stewart Left Speechless' As Ezra Klein Breaks Down Biden Era Red Tape

Jon Stewart expressed shock at the bureaucratic complexity surrounding Biden's Build Back Better legislation during a podcast discussion with Ezra Klein.
#nhs-england
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

NHS England: Why world's biggest quango is being axed

NHS England is being restructured to reduce bureaucracy and improve efficiency within the UK's healthcare system.
UK politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

British PM Starmer announces NHS England to be abolished DW 03/13/2025

Keir Starmer announced the abolition of NHS England to reduce bureaucracy and refocus funding on healthcare services.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Thirty-seven patients die needlessly each day in the NHS. Change is good, but patient safety must come first | Jeremy Hunt

NHS England's overcentralisation complicates operational management and impacts patient care standards despite the aim to enhance healthcare.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

Wes Streeting warns hundreds more health quangos could face axe

The abolition of NHS England is aimed at reducing bureaucracy and inefficiencies in the health service.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

NHS England: Why world's biggest quango is being axed

NHS England is being restructured to reduce bureaucracy and improve efficiency within the UK's healthcare system.
UK politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

British PM Starmer announces NHS England to be abolished DW 03/13/2025

Keir Starmer announced the abolition of NHS England to reduce bureaucracy and refocus funding on healthcare services.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Thirty-seven patients die needlessly each day in the NHS. Change is good, but patient safety must come first | Jeremy Hunt

NHS England's overcentralisation complicates operational management and impacts patient care standards despite the aim to enhance healthcare.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

Wes Streeting warns hundreds more health quangos could face axe

The abolition of NHS England is aimed at reducing bureaucracy and inefficiencies in the health service.
more#nhs-england
LA real estate
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

4 Californians lost their homes in a wildfire. 6 years later, the nightmare isn't over.

Rebuilding after a wildfire is extremely challenging due to underinsurance, permitting delays, and emotional stress.
Homeowners often face bureaucratic hurdles that complicate the rebuilding process.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Reinstated, but Not Back to Work: Fired Workers Linger in Limbo'

Erin Cagney's reinstatement as an archaeologist highlights ongoing instability for federal employees caught in bureaucratic delays and uncertainties regarding their employment.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Observer view: NHS job cuts may exacerbate health service's challenges | Observer editorial

Keir Starmer plans to abolish NHS England for improved efficiency and reduced bureaucracy.
fromKqed
1 month ago
NYC parents

Many Childcare Providers Facing Challenges After LA Fires | KQED

Childcare providers in Los Angeles struggle to recover from fires with insufficient assistance and bureaucratic hurdles.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Starmer pitches reform to 'shackled' civil servants

Sir Keir Starmer promises bureaucratic reforms to civil servants, aiming to enhance productivity and cut job levels.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
US news

Nebraska Man Struggles to Change Daughter's Name From Unakite Thirteen Hotel'

A clerical error led to a toddler being given a bizarre name, complicating her access to identification documents.
Mr. Kilburn's struggle to secure a birth certificate for his daughter highlights systemic flaws in bureaucratic processes.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Sarwar pledges 'biggest reform of NHS in decades'

Sarwar pledges significant NHS reforms focusing on reducing bureaucracy and increasing healthcare personnel if elected as First Minister.
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