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Tools for Transparency: Open Atrium

by Guest Blogger Dec 23, 2010 3:02 pm

Today, our guest post is written by Joshua Gay, a programmer, activist, and community organizer whose interests revolve around technology,... View Article

Good News, Bad News in New Mexico

by Avelino Maestas Apr 22, 2010 12:01 pm

First, the good news: The Land of Enchantment launched a new campaign finance site this month which aims to put... View Article

Transparency in New Mexico: The 2010 Legislature

by Avelino Maestas Feb 23, 2010 8:38 am

This year brings a landmark for the Sunlight Foundation. We’ve been hinting for some time that we’re going to make... View Article

State Level Data Opening Up

by Paul Blumenthal Nov 24, 2009 6:11 pm

This is from US Deputy CIO for Open Government Beth Noveck: Inspired by the President’s call for more open government,... View Article

While we work on more transparency for Congress it's important to note that federal efforts for openness can have a positive effect on state government. On the flip side the states can take the lead on disclosure or they can be less open this makes them great places to see how transparency is valued. Let’s see what the states are up to:

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