As the G7 Summit convenes, it is clear that data and openness still seem to be low priorities for Germany.
Continue readingRepresentatives prove they aren’t done with surveillance reform
A series of amendments to the USA FREEDOM Act proves that the House isn't done with surveillance reform.
Continue readingThe public rally in support of Politwoops
It's been an intense 24 hours here at Sunlight: We've been mystified and saddened by Twitter pulling the plug on Politwoops, but we've been incredibly gratified by the support we've received from the entire opengov community.
Continue readingBennet looks to ban lobbyist bundlers, close the 20 percent loophole and more
A new bill from Sen. Michael Bennet looks to shine a light on so-called "shadow lobbyists" and end one of the long-running practices that allows them to secretly manipulate Washington.
Continue readingEulogy for Politwoops
In 2012, Twitter allowed Sunlight to curate deleted tweets from lawmakers and those seeking elected office in an effort to preserve this public record. But last night, all that changed when Twitter pulled the plug on Politwoops for good.
Continue readingWe should demand more from “open” than just data: Thoughts on the International Open Data Conference
The International Open Data Conference, held in Ottawa last week, was one of the largest recent gatherings for the open government community, and it's invited us to confront tougher questions about how this community can create meaningful change.
Continue readingNew bill promises an open records upgrade in Massachusetts
In many states, “right to know” laws haven’t been updated in decades. But that may change soon in Massachusetts, where new legislation promises a transparency upgrade.
Continue readingTexas bill the latest revolving door measure to flounder
Revolving door safeguards are meant to ensure that policymakers are acting in their constituents' best interests — not their future employers'. But legislation to support this idea has floundered recently.
Continue readingSenate rejects USA Freedom Act: A positive step for surveillance reform
After a Capitol Hill spectacle from Sen. Rand Paul, we're happy to see lawmakers fighting for surveillance reform and proud to be part of an effort that strengthens transparency around Americans' privacy.
Continue readingOpenGov Voices: Challenges and solutions to collecting law enforcement data
Participants in the White House's Police Data Initiative identified challenges and solutions across law enforcement data collection, analysis and release. Here are the ideas and actions that came out of those discussions.
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