The city of Topeka, Kan., has become the newest city to join the ranks of those passing open data policies.
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After Keith Lamont Scott's tragic death in North Carolina, it demonstrated that we need better policies for releasing body camera video.
Continue readingThe limits and strengths of the US City Open Data Census
For all the census’ value, it is not without its limitations, and it's important to be clear about what those are.
Continue readingThe future of the US City Open Data Census
Here's what we have planned for the future of the US City Open Data Census.
Continue readingThe mind-boggling decentralization of education data
Much of the data that school districts release is scattered and unorganized, making it difficult to access and use.
Continue readingTo HAVA or HAVA not: Secure voter registration data
Protecting privacy and encouraging openness is a balancing act, especially when it comes to voter data.
Continue readingUsing data to track police response to sexual assault
Cases of rape and sexual assault contain deeply private information, but public data is available to help hold police accountable and provide guidance for better policing.
Continue readingForeign influence in America: A brief explainer on FARA
Given the renewed attention to foreign influence on this year’s presidential election, we put together a quick guide on FARA.
Continue readingWhich states have strong campaign finance oversight?
If a state has campaign finance limits but no one is there to enforce them, do they really matter?
Continue readingEngagement 101: Providence and Brown University showcase a data-driven partnership
Providence partnered with Brown University students and teachers to improve public policy, a fantastic model for how local policymakers can work with the academic community in their cities.
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