Southern California Papers Helping Wage Public Records Transparency War
Last week we reported on San Diego CityBeat reporter Dave Maass’ effort–called Flashlight–to compile a comprehensive list of links for California reporters to use while searching for public records. Now the LA Times has launched a similar endeavor--providing readers with tips and selective links about how readers can obtain public records from their community institutions. Both are noble efforts in the traditional fourth-estate model–empowering readers and fellow journalists with the know-how to effectively engage their government.
As of now, the Times’ site is less extensive and easier to navigate, providing good background information on public info access, while Maass’ San Diego project is a much more practical tool for journalists who already know what they’re doing.
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