What is the meaning of transparency?

Transparency in politics means that government is open, honest, available, and accountable. When a government is being transparent, it means that the government holds meetings, hearings, and sessions of the legislature at reasonable times and with advanced notice to the public. It also means that the people will know what will be happening in these meetings, hearings, and legislative sessions. When a legislature meets late at night and adds special items into, or deletes items from, a bill without the public having an opportunity to speak about these additions or deletions, that is an example of nontransparent government.
A transparent government also makes all documents, agendas, and minutes available to the public. The people should be able to examine any documents that are being discussed or that are used for discussion. When a request is made for some information that doesn’t involve personnel, the government should willingly provide that information.
Transparent government means that the government will show how it is using taxpayer money. Revenues and expenses will be clearly identified. Government budgets should also be available for public examination and should be easy to understand.
Some people feel that elected officials should share information regarding their personal income, expenses, and tax returns. These people believe that by doing so, it adds to the transparency of the government and its leaders.
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