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fromFuturism
13 hours ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

I ran because I thought the city was not listening to people. It's really the way the deal was handled that led to this kind of uprising.
US politics
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Mamdani's DOI pick wins Council approval after questions over independence | amNewYork

City Council approved Nadia Shihata as head of the Department of Investigation despite concerns over her independence from Mayor Mamdani.
#peter-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
19 hours ago

Senior official ousted over Mandelson security row to face MPs

Sir Olly Robbins faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's security clearance amid claims of unfair dismissal and lack of transparency in the vetting process.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Pure shock': how ministers reacted to revelation of Mandelson vetting failure

Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to Washington surprised senior UK government officials due to failed vetting checks.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
19 hours ago

Senior official ousted over Mandelson security row to face MPs

Sir Olly Robbins faces scrutiny over Peter Mandelson's security clearance amid claims of unfair dismissal and lack of transparency in the vetting process.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Pure shock': how ministers reacted to revelation of Mandelson vetting failure

Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to Washington surprised senior UK government officials due to failed vetting checks.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Ford government wants to skip public hearings on FOI rule change | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government plans to bypass public hearings for a budget bill that limits access to his cellphone records.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

OMB's examination of Mythos is 'not giving access to anything to agencies,' official says

OMB is not giving access to anything to agencies, according to a spokesperson, despite the administration's interest in the powerful Mythos AI model that identifies digital vulnerabilities.
Washington DC
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
#journalism
US Elections
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

To My Fellow Journalists: We Need to Do Better

Journalism must urgently address the legitimacy of elections and false claims to protect American democracy.
Media industry
from48 hills
4 days ago

Screen Grabs: In the trenches of democracy with Amy Goodman - 48 hills

The future of credible news reporting is threatened by various factors, including corporate media mergers, AI, and hostility towards the press.
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 day ago

White House directs FBI to investigate missing scientists' cases

The White House is investigating the mysterious disappearances of scientists linked to sensitive projects, involving the FBI and a review of potential connections.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

North Andover police chief granted paid administrative leave after no confidence vote

More than 90 percent of the members of both the North Andover Patrol Officers Union and the Sergeants Union called for 'the immediate removal' of Gray last week, citing 'low morale and broken trust.'
Boston
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
World news
fromFlowingData
1 day ago

Crackdown on democracy in Hong Kong

Protests in Hong Kong led to a national security law, resulting in hundreds of arrests and significant personal consequences for those involved.
#surveillance
fromWIRED
2 days ago
Privacy professionals

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir's Role in Immigration Crackdown

Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir's Role in Immigration Crackdown

Members of Congress demand DHS and ICE disclose details on surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Fisa surveillance vote sparks fierce debate as Congress splits on warrantless monitoring

A controversial law allowing warrantless surveillance is set to expire, sparking intense debate over its renewal and potential reforms.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Almost 200 prisoners released in error' last year in UK's broken' jail system

Almost 200 prisoners were mistakenly released in England and Wales last year, causing significant strain on police resources.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

Josett admitted to contacting the woman sometimes more than 100 times a day during a period of nine months, violating a restraining order by driving by her house after being notified of his impending termination.
Law
France news
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

French investigators raid president's Elysee palace in contracts probe, sources say

Financial investigators raided the French presidential palace as part of a probe into Shortcut Events' contract awards for memorial ceremonies.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Reform UK seeks breakthrough in fragmented Havering Council

Havering's political landscape is complex, with no single party in control and ongoing financial challenges.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president

Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Compact, increasing the total to 18 states and 222 electoral votes, aiming for a nationwide popular vote system.
fromwww.thelocal.dk
4 days ago

Danish MP could lose seat after reports she actually lives in Sweden

Danish MPs need to live in Denmark, which means that if Schytte in reality lives in Sweden she could lose her place in parliament.
Germany politics
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Peter Magyar vows to pursue those who plundered' Hungary, after election win

Peter Magyar pledges to restore democracy and combat corruption after winning Hungary's election, promising a new era of governance.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Norwegian politicians hope Epstein files inquiry will restore faith in democracy

The Epstein files have severely impacted Norway's trust in democracy, prompting an independent investigation into political connections and implications.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
6 days ago

What Do Authoritarians Fear Most? People Who Stick Up for Each Other.

Solidarity among communities is essential for resilience against economic and social pressures exacerbated by conflict and local challenges.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
US Elections
fromNature
3 days ago

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.
Washington DC
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

FBI searches Lancaster City Hall, homes of vice mayor and council member in corruption probe

FBI executed search warrants at Lancaster's vice mayor and council member's homes, City Hall, and a Bel Air property as part of a corruption probe.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
2 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

City Council requests 5 years' worth of BPD body camera footage

Boston City Council requests five years of body camera footage from police incidents to increase transparency after a fatal shooting.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Lib Dems 'local champions who get things done'

Sir Ed Davey expresses confidence in the Liberal Democrats' chances of gaining more councillors in London elections.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Key questions facing government over Mandelson vetting

Lord Mandelson failed security vetting for ambassador role, raising questions about the Prime Minister's knowledge and the Foreign Office's decision-making.
#eric-swalwell
SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Eric Swalwell and the Modern-Media Reckoning

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations, including rape, which he denies.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

House Ethics Committee Launches Investigation Into Eric Swalwell After Sexual Misconduct Claims

The House Ethics Committee is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell for multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, including rape by a former staffer.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

House Ethics panel opens investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell

The House Ethics Committee is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell for alleged sexual misconduct toward an employee.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

US House committee to investigate Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations

The House ethics committee is investigating Congressman Eric Swalwell for allegations of sexual misconduct following his withdrawal from the California governor's race.
SF politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Eric Swalwell and the Modern-Media Reckoning

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations, including rape, which he denies.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

House Ethics Committee Launches Investigation Into Eric Swalwell After Sexual Misconduct Claims

The House Ethics Committee is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell for multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, including rape by a former staffer.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

House Ethics panel opens investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell

The House Ethics Committee is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell for alleged sexual misconduct toward an employee.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

US House committee to investigate Eric Swalwell over sexual assault allegations

The House ethics committee is investigating Congressman Eric Swalwell for allegations of sexual misconduct following his withdrawal from the California governor's race.
Non-profit organizations
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

Gay Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent may have helped create a constitutional crisis - LGBTQ Nation

Elon Musk's team gained unauthorized access to the federal payment system, threatening USAID operations and raising concerns about national security and economic stability.
Environment
fromHigh Country News
2 weeks ago

The government-funded coverup under our noses - High Country News

The Bureau of Land Management plans extensive drilling in central California, threatening ecosystems and public health in areas like the Irish Hills.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

House extends surveillance powers for 10 days

The House voted to extend a controversial surveillance program, FISA 702, until April 30 amid ongoing debates about privacy and national security.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer should face Commons inquiry over Mandelson vetting, says Ed Davey

Keir Starmer is under investigation for potentially misleading parliament regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Op-ed: Public safety and fairness are not expendable budget items - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts in Santa Clara County threaten the effectiveness of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices, impacting public safety and legal representation.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Mamdani confirms probe of probation chief after lawsuit alleges firing over DOI complaint tied to alleged relationship

Allegations against probation commissioner Sharun Goodwin are under investigation following a lawsuit from a former investigator claiming wrongful termination.
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 day ago

Democrats Need to Solve the Tactical Problems with Impeachment before Relying on It - emptywheel

Peter Magyar demands resignations and anti-corruption measures following his victory, aiming to unlock EU funds while warning of document shredding by Viktor Orbán's team.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Parties urged to act over candidates' racist posts

Both the Green Party and Reform UK face pressure to sever ties with candidates who made racist and offensive online posts.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

At Least One ICE Agent May Face Consequences for Minnesota

Minnesota charges an ICE officer for brandishing a gun at civilians, marking a significant accountability step following Operation Metro Surge.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Labour and Lib Dem MPs demand shameful' Palantir NHS contract be scrapped

MPs demand the government terminate its NHS contract with Palantir due to concerns over trust and the company's political affiliations.
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

For Better or for Worse, the House Is Changing the Way It Deals With Its Worst Members

Luna and Leger Fernández worked in tandem to push Reps. Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell into involuntary retirement, using social media to update the public on their progress.
SF politics
fromInvestigative Post
2 weeks ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Congress reaches the breaking point on its ethics crisis

Lawmakers are frustrated with the slow pace of the Ethics panel and are considering forcing expulsion votes.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Raskin Proposes New Health Panel for POTUS Fitness Under 25th Amendment

New legislation aims to simplify the process of removing a president due to health issues under the 25th Amendment.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Why Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales chose to resign

Rep. Eric Swalwell faced multiple sexual assault allegations, leading to his campaign suspension and calls for resignation from Congress amid due process concerns.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

The Judiciary Is Still Unaccountable, And This Congress Won't Fix It - Above the Law

The Judiciary Accountability Act aims to extend anti-discrimination protections to judiciary employees, promoting transparency and accountability in the judicial system.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

House Dem Accused of Stealing $5M Could Face Expulsion

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces expulsion vote after being found guilty of ethics violations and charged with stealing $5 million in relief funds.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

PM to scrap spy chiefs' Hillsborough Law veto

The Hillsborough Law will enforce a duty of candour for public authorities, ensuring transparency in disaster inquiries and limiting security service exemptions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Secrecy, Democracy, Necessity

Executive officials justify secrecy through claims of protecting decision-making integrity and national security, but such necessity arguments alone cannot legitimize secret governance in democracies.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

House returns as two lawmakers vow to resign amid scandals US politics live

Two lawmakers resigned amid scandals, with calls for expulsion of two others over misconduct and abuse of public trust.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Congress May Kick Out 4 of Its Most Problematic Lawmakers

Allegations of sexual misconduct against Eric Swalwell have led to calls for his expulsion from Congress and the end of his gubernatorial campaign.
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Pam Bondi still on the hook for Epstein testimony, Oversight panel says

The Justice Department, in a letter to Comer, appeared to request that Bondi be excused from testifying given her departure from DOJ, stating, 'We kindly ask that you confirm that the subpoena is withdrawn.'
US politics
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Why We Need a Formal, Mandatory, and Remunerated "Citizen Lobby"

Post-Cold War optimism about democracy and internet freedom has been undermined by geopolitical tensions, neoliberalism, nationalism, and corporate influence that concentrate power among the already wealthy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
fromJezebel
1 week ago

It Might Be Congressional Expulsion Season, on Both Sides of the Aisle

Gonzales has been in hot water on Capitol Hill for a while, after repeatedly denying and then admitting he was lying about an affair with a married staffer who later committed suicide in exceedingly grisly and tragic fashion.
SF politics
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Mamdani pledged a 'culture of transparency.' But he's not ready to hand over these gov't records.

Mayor Mamdani promised transparency and accountability but delayed releasing AI program records, citing FOIL request backlogs similar to his predecessor's approach.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Our embrace of individuals over institutions isn't serving us well

In the early 20th century, sociologist Max Weber noted that sweeping industrialization would transform how societies worked. As small, informal operations gave way to large, complex organizations with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, leaders would need to rely less on tradition and charisma, and more on organization and rationality. He also foresaw that jobs would need to be broken down into specialized tasks and governed by a system of hierarchy,
History
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

What Accountability-Seeking Protest Can Tell Us About Democracy

Different kinds of political protest pursue distinct aims; accountability-seeking protest aims to hold actors responsible and can reinforce democratic community bonds.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Watchdog says he 'can't trust ministers' with Sturgeon inquiry files

Scotland's information commissioner threatens legal action against the Scottish government for repeatedly failing to release documents about Nicola Sturgeon ethics investigation and missing freedom of information deadlines.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability - Above the Law

Legal system turmoil: arrests, Epstein file fallout, judicial misconduct, and mounting ethical breaches requiring disbarment of dishonest administration lawyers.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Purge the Public Servants

In this new season, I'm asking how the Trump White House is rewriting the rules of U.S. politics, and talking to Americans whose lives have been changed as a result. Today's episode examines the destruction of the civil service: the removal of professionals, and their replacement with loyalists. I've seen this kind of transformation before, in other failing democracies. Everyone suffers from the degradation of public services.
US politics
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

People Are Leaving Congress Because the Job Sucks

A record-sized number of U.S. lawmakers are leaving Congress or seeking other offices in 2026, many choosing new campaigns rather than departing due to vulnerability.
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

How America Chose Not to Hold the Powerful to Account

Since Richard Nixon was forced to resign, powerful people in both political parties have worked assiduously to ensure that their leaders would escape the consequences of their actions. Trump has evaded punishment for crimes both low (campaign-finance violations, for which he was convicted, though he will serve no time thanks to his 2024 victory) and high (his attempted overthrow of the federal government in the aftermath of his 2020 election loss, for which he was spared by the Supreme Court's decision to grant him a kingly immunity).
US politics
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