FOCUS ON THE FUTURE OF THE FOREIGN SERVICEThe Challenges of Reorganizing the State Department As Secretary Rubio presses ahead with his reorganization of the State Department, insights from a central player in State’s previous reform effort give food for thought. BY ERIN E. MCKEECongress: The Missing Link in State Department Reform The administration’s approach to the State Department reorganization is unlikely to work without congressional authorization and oversight. BY EVAN COOPERA Curriculum for the Foreign Service Adoption of a cutting-edge in-service curriculum would demonstrate that the Foreign Service is committed to leadership in U.S. foreign policy. BY DAN SPOKOJNYCompetence Before Connections: Redesigning Assignments for the Modern Era Updating the Foreign Service assignments system would increase performance and morale, helping ensure State Department readiness to meet tomorrow’s problems. BY LEE E. VOTH-GAEDDERTThe Foreign Service Act of 1980 at a Pivotal Moment As this landmark legislation marks its anniversary, the Foreign Service faces challenges no one could have imagined in the last century.