Governments need to have clear rules about being open and honest. Here are a few important reasons why:
Building Trust: A survey from 2020 found that 71% of Americans think that when the government is open, it helps people trust them more.
Holding People Accountable: Research shows that governments that are more transparent have 46% less corruption. When there are clear rules, officials know they have to answer for what they do.
Educating Citizens: When the government is open, it helps people understand what’s happening. A 2019 study showed that 65% of people feel stronger and more in control when they can see government information.
Better Results: Being transparent leads to better decisions. The World Bank has found that when budgets are clear, it can improve public services by about 20%.
By putting these open policies into action, we can make democracy stronger and help the government work better for everyone.
Governments need to have clear rules about being open and honest. Here are a few important reasons why:
Building Trust: A survey from 2020 found that 71% of Americans think that when the government is open, it helps people trust them more.
Holding People Accountable: Research shows that governments that are more transparent have 46% less corruption. When there are clear rules, officials know they have to answer for what they do.
Educating Citizens: When the government is open, it helps people understand what’s happening. A 2019 study showed that 65% of people feel stronger and more in control when they can see government information.
Better Results: Being transparent leads to better decisions. The World Bank has found that when budgets are clear, it can improve public services by about 20%.
By putting these open policies into action, we can make democracy stronger and help the government work better for everyone.