Vigilance

Louisiana Legislature Pushes Bills to Curtail Public Records Law, Threatening Transparency and Vigilance

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Baton Rouge, Louisiana – The Louisiana Public Records Law, which plays a crucial role in maintaining transparency and accountability in government, is threatened by a wave of bills currently being considered in the state legislature. If these bills pass, they could undermine the public’s access to vital information. Without a strong public records law, there can be no vigilance from citizens, leaving room for potential misconduct and secrecy. One bill of particular concern is Senate Bill 482, introduced by Sen. Heather Cloud. This bill seeks to revive and expand upon former Gov. Bobby Jindal’s “deliberative … Read more

Beware of the Terrifying Kidnap-for-Ransom Scam Targeting Parents: Indiana Attorney General Urges Vigilance

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A lawyer in Indiana is urging parents to remain vigilant against a brazen cybercrime involving a fake kidnapping scheme. The Indiana Attorney General’s Office has issued a warning about this escalating scam across the state and the United States. Attorney General Todd Rokita emphasizes the need for extra caution among parents whose children are traveling abroad or attending school overseas. According to Rokita, scammers may target unsuspecting parents by obtaining photos of their children in secluded areas or from social media, or by pretending to have kidnapped them. Once the crook sends a photo to … Read more

Campaign Spending Commission Director Urges Vigilance in Monitoring Money Flow Amidst Recovery Efforts and Upcoming Elections

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Honolulu, Hawaii – Kristin Izumi-Nitao, the executive director of Hawaii’s Campaign Spending Commission, emphasized the significance of monitoring the flow of money in political campaigns during an interview with Civil Beat. With wildfires and housing concerns dominating public attention, there are concerns that reform measures proposed by the commission may be pushed aside. However, Izumi-Nitao believes it is crucial to address campaign finance issues, especially in an election year, to maintain transparency and prevent fraud. One of the main proposals under consideration by the legislature is the expansion of public funding for campaigns. The commission … Read more