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A new online tool called Pulse allows anyone to monitor which federal websites are utilizing HTTPS.
Continue readingAttention campers: Your opengov ideas are needed for TCamp15!
What sorts of ideas and issues will be discussed, analyzed and debated at TransparencyCamp this year? You decide!
Continue readingThe tech behind Sunlight’s ‘Email Congress’ revamp
Sunlight will soon be unveiling a revamped version of "Email Congress." In this post, we'll take an inside look at some of the technical highlights behind the tool.
Continue readingOpenGov Voices: Now is the time for open data in Mesa
As a part of the What Works Cities initiative, Sunlight will be working with Mesa, Ariz., to develop sustainable open data practices.
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Which of the GOP presidential contenders has won over the interests (and money) of big business?
Continue readingOutside groups, presidential committees share staff and vendors
A Sunlight Foundation analysis found that outside groups have swapped consultants, staff and vendors with several presidential campaign committees.
Continue reading‘Illinois Sunshine’ illuminates the influence of money in politics
Illinois Sunshine is a new tool that allows anyone to clearly see where political money is being raised and spent in Illinois.
Continue readingSunlight kicks off open data efforts in first round of What Works Cities
The first round of cities has been selected for the What Works Cities initiative, and Sunlight is thrilled to helping them expand their use of open data.
Continue readingDare to talk about your civic tech mistakes — submit your failure story
Civic tech projects don't always end up successful. Today, we’re asking you to be honest with us — and to submit your failure stories as well.
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