This past year, Sunlight made an impact opening governments large and small, engaging citizens at home and abroad. Relive the awesomeness of Sunlight in 2015.
Continue readingOne issue Republicans and Democrats agree on? Campaign finance reform
When is the last time you read an article that concluded with Republicans and Democrats uniting over a common cause?
Continue readingWaco becomes 4th What Works City to pass an open data policy
Waco, Texas, became the fourth What Works City, and the fourth city in Texas, to pass an open data policy.
Continue readingOctober and November reporting powered by Sunlight tools and data
Sunlight is a go-to resource for reporters as they use our tools for all types of stories. Check out how media outlets around the country used our data in October and November.
Continue readingInfluence Abroad: American lobbying at the European Union
Today we are excited to release an informative case study delving into American lobbying at the European Union, the first in our series "Influence Abroad."
Continue readingIn the wake of change, Argentina has to push for more transparency
In a historic runoff, Argentina has just elected Mauricio Macri as the country's new president. In this time of change, the country must push for more transparency in its elections.
Continue readingSunlight’s ‘Political Party Time’ illuminates the secretive world of fundraising
With the 2016 elections kicking into high gear, political fundraisers will become more prevalent — and more important to track. Help us follow the money with Political Party Time.
Continue readingHigh stakes for tonight’s debate held at GOP megadonor’s casino
The fifth Republican presidential debate will be held tonight at a casino owned by one of the biggest donors to the Republican party — and he is yet to endorse a candidate.
Continue readingCSOs propose new reform agenda to bolster transparency in Argentina
In an effort to increase opengov practices following its national elections, a group of civil society organizations have launched the Agenda de Transparencia para Argentina.
Continue readingOpen data grows in 2015 — but not enough
2015 was a year of progress for government transparency — however, there’s still much work to be done.
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