10 min read•Last Updated on August 20, 2024
Government transparency is crucial for democratic accountability. Laws like the Freedom of Information Act and open meetings requirements aim to give citizens access to government records and decision-making processes. However, these laws have exemptions to protect sensitive information.
Whistleblower protections and oversight mechanisms help expose misconduct while balancing transparency with national security needs. Ongoing debates center on finding the right balance between public access and legitimate secrecy in areas like classified information.