Tag Archives: Sunshine Week
Well Informed Electorate is Critical for Democracy
In 1974 I took a Right to Know suit against the Raymond School Board for going into a non-public about my request. Later I read RSA 91-A 3,II-c, which clearly stated the elected board could only go into Non public … Continue reading
How much is Open Government Worth to You?
Last Year HB 178 passed which established a 13 member commission to study alternative processes to resolve right-to-know complaints … fter several months of meetings, the 13 member Study Commission found that citizens need a grievance resolution process which is easier, cheaper, … Continue reading
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How Public Bodies Obstruct your Right to Know
David Maudsley wanted to know how much two legal cases cost the taxpayers in SAU 55. He never found out. He got some partial information after the exchange of many emails and a two-month wait. Here is his charming cry … Continue reading
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Sunshine always Right
Open government is not a political platform. It is a basic American right. The political landscape is more polarized than ever and there seems to be little common ground for conservatives and progressives. Transparency — keeping the light on the … Continue reading
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Open Government Panel Discussions scheduled for Sunshine Week
In recognition of Sunshine Week (March 11-17), a national initiative to promote open government, the New England First Amendment Coalition and Right to Know NH will present two New Hampshire panel discussions on the state’s freedom of information laws. | More at Right to Know … Continue reading
