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The Associated Press is the bastion of
the people’s right to know around the world. With a
long history of involvement in FOI issues and actions, AP
is an industry leader in “open government issues.”
The scope of AP’s efforts worldwide is extraordinary.
Whether reporting on Iraqi prisoner abuse or the difficulty
in getting aid to tsunami victims, AP captures the consequences
of government action or inaction.
At the state level, AP open government efforts are coordinated
by the chief of bureau, working in conjunction with state
members, FOI councils, industry associations and other interested
groups.
Associated Press President and CEO Tom Curley testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Wednesday, March 14, 2007 on the Open Government Freedom of Information Act. (AP Photo by Susan Walsh) |
"What has become clear in the aftermath of 9/11 is how much expediency trumps safeguards."
Associated Press President and CEO Tom Curley, in a March 6, 2008 speech accepting the Radio and Television News Directors Foundation's First Amendment Leadership Award.
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