State and municipal governments are constantly making decisions that impact the lives of citizens.  Commonly, the reasoning behind those decisions can be unclear.  Further, problems with the process involved in making those decisions could weaken their validity.  It is difficult to point out decision-making flaws when citizens are kept in the dark.  Governments are commonly held accountable through open government laws that allow citizens to participate and remain informed.  Here in Maine, we have the Freedom of Access Act (FOAA) to provide the public access to government information.

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