The Public's Right to Know


	The Public's Right to Know

allenmarkowski

12-29-2008 4:34 AM

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allenmarkowski says:

We as a people need info available in real time & be able to search it as we please. I also believe it will allow for more democratic action.

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12-29-2008 9:45 AM

brightlight4

Completely agree, the public have a right to know what obligations candidates have due to financing and vote accordingly.

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