>> there's definitely a problem with women getting promoted within the federal sector. there's a work/life balance. do we have flexibility in the workplace that afford us the opportunity to work outside of the home? do we have flexibilities in the workplace that allow us access to training? are there formal mentorship programs? are there upward mobility programs? >> okay, so, kate, what does the federal government say about the numbers? >> we've been checking, the white house -- a white house official said the president, president obama, is committed to making progress on this issue. pointing ...