Save the Data!
Some of the most important technology programs that keep Washington accountable are in danger of being eliminated. Data.gov, USASpending.gov, the IT Dashboard and other federal data transparency and government accountability programs are facing a massive budget cut, despite only being a tiny fraction of the national budget. Help save the data and make sure that Congress doesn’t leave the American people in the dark.
Things you can do now
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Sign onto our Letter to Congress
Sign on to our open letter to Congressional leaders asking them to protect funding for the Electronic Government Fund. You can read the full letter here.
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Call your representatives
Making sure your Representative and Senators hear from you directly is one of the most powerful actions you can take. Call now and tell them to Save the Data by protecting the Electronic Government fund and the crucial transparency programs it supports.
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Write a letter to the editor
Writing a letter to the editor of your local paper is an easy way to raise awareness and a powerful way to make your voice heard. It’s easy, too – we’ll help you each step of the way.
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Spread the word
On Twitter or Facebook? Please share this far and wide. Are you a blogger? You can help by writing a blog post – and share the link with us here so we can help promote it!
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Want to Learn More?
Useful Links
Read Sunlight's reporting about these budget cuts.
Read what other groups and media outlets have reported.
