In the most comprehensive reporting we've seen on the availability of Congressional returns we've seen this year, Stephanie Akin and Sean McMinn looked for what was publicly disclosed and then systematically contacted every Member to see what was available. The result is a database that will inform the public about his or her Member of Congress' personal commitment to tax transparency.
Continue readingToday in OpenGov: Co-creating better FOIA software
After another tumultuous week in Washington, we’re glad it’s Friday. Please keep sending us your comments and tips at todayinopengov@sunlightfoundation.com!... View Article
Continue readingRestrictions on journalists in the US Senate violate core American principles
Are reporters currently allowed to ask questions and record the responses of Senators in the Senate halls on video, in... View Article
Continue readingComey’s testimony is another important step in transparency
Today's open hearing with the former director of the FBI in the United States Senate Intelligence Committee was a signal moment in modern American history,
Continue readingOn Trump, Twitter and transparency
Each public statement by a President of the United States matters. In 2017, @realDonaldTrump tweets are statements by the President. We hope that the president and his staff choose those words carefully and transparently.
Continue readingOpen source government endures
The Trump administration is supporting open source software because of its potential to save the federal government millions of dollars through reducing duplicative, wasteful spending.
Continue readingOn truth, justice and the American way
In 135 cities around the United States today, including Washington, DC, Americans are marching for truth. The coalition behind the... View Article
Continue readingUnder pressure, Trump White House discloses ethics waivers
Now that these waivers have been disclosed, the public, the press and the Office of Government Ethics can evaluate their appropriateness and relevance to the public's business being done by White House officials.
Continue readingOpen, private and secure by default: US Census Bureau to switch API from HTTP to HTTPS
The United States should be open, secure and protect the privacy of its people by default when it discloses information to the public. When those principles are written not only in the legal code but software code, the public benefits.
Continue readingAmerican political leaders need to defend the freedom of the press
Last night, Guardian reporter Ben C. Jacobs tweeted that Greg Gianforte, the Republican candidate for Montana’s Congressional seat, had “just... View Article
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