Joe Barton: “the purpose of transparency is so that people in the democracy know…”

On the recordMay 2, 2011

the purpose of transparency is so that people in the democracy know what those that are in power are doing.

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Barton emphasizes the importance of transparency in government actions.

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Joe Barton: “the purpose of transparency is so that people in the democracy know what those that are in power are doing.”