Exposing a secret agenda

Article Abstract:

Transparency is crucial for democracy to succeed and freedom of information should be introduced by the UK government as government officials may be the primary source of timely, appropriate information. Knowledge provides people with a political power, but governments may be keen to maintain secrecy as it allows interested parties to contribute campaign funds without public exposure while simultaneously camouflaging government errors. National security would be an acceptable grounds for secrecy.

United Kingdom, Political aspects, Democracy, Executive privilege (Government information), Freedom of information

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Talking down democracy

Article Abstract:

Observers are concerned at the type and level of political communication. Politicians are perceived by the public at large as insincere. The extensive use of television in politics is felt to have contributed to the decline of communication. The general public are felt to be cynical about politics. Politicians are seen as relentlessly self-promoting, insulting the intelligenceof their audience and scoring points rather than debating issues.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Communication in politics, Political communication

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