The Freedom of Information
Information is the lifeblood of our democracy. Yet, too few citizens know that they have the right to see much of the information that our government produces.
The American Society of Newspaper Editors and dozens of other press organization hope to change that with Sunshine Week, which began March 16.
It can't come soon enough, as more and more public information is being declared off-limits by government agencies, especially at the federal level.
Though it's sponsored by press organizations, this is an event for all New Yorkers and Americans to participate in.
Why? Because secrecy in government is antithetical to American democracy and is harmful to its citizens.