Monday, August 28, 2006

The press is too damned nosy about govt business

Frank Gibson is Chairman of the Tennessee Coalition for Open Government. He has a remarkable article in the Tennessean today about statements made recently at the National Conference of State Legislatures:

"Janet Kleinfelter, "senior counsel" in the AG's office, had told NCSL attendees that the press drives government underground when it asks for too many public records."

This level of arrogance by someone who probably regards themselves as a public servant and is paid with taxpayer dollars is scary and appalling. Frank goes on to cite several examples here in TN. Very good read if you are interested in open and accountable government.