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The article presents several business principles that the forty-first U.S. president could use in running the government. Among other things, the author cites that the best companies understand that people drive organizational innovation; human resources matter more than money or machines. The next president should adopt policies that will unleash the productivity, morale, and initiative of the federal work force. He should also leverage federal buying power to improve product quality and promote innovation.

Provides some insights into the public opinion on U.S. President Ronald Reagan's knowledge, competence and ability to lead the country. Profile on Reagan and his political experience and ideologies; Problems of presidential competence; Views of other politicians and cabinet officers on the president's competence; Indications of politics and government.

The article reports on the parity law that will be an enforceable regulation in the U.S. The federal government issued a Request for Information (RFI) on April 28, 2009 to have some input regarding the law because there will be no rule-making process after May 28. Meanwhile, the six specific questions ask at the RFI on how insurance covers addiction are enumerated. Excerpts from the comments sent in to the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors are presented.

The article explores the State of the Union message of U.S. President Jimmy Carter. He discloses his major legislative plans and calls for a new spirit, a partnership between those of who lead the nation and those who elect. He presents the role of the government in tranquil times with more emphasis in keeping with what the people want than his increasingly outspoken critics realize. It is considered that Carter prepares his speech like a prizefighter before a bout as he recognizes the importance of his message.