Patrick Henry counseled eternal vigilance. And the keepers of the flame are worried. We're so willing to give away the store. Computerized documents, budget axes and privatization of public records. Closed meetings and 911 tapes.
Many observers agree that government openness is being buffeted as the century draws to a close.
And darker clouds loom here and on the mainland. So much is dependent on the leadership shown by the executive. I see us going in the wrong direction. And that's good, as long as we don't get to the point where there's no rhyme or reason for what we're doing. He said public apathy can be traced to a lack of government openness.