We're the only branch of government that explains itself in writing every time it makes a decision.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A branch of government distinguishes itself by providing written explanations for decisions.
- In plain terms
- We explain every decision in writing unlike others.
- What can you take from it?
- Transparency requires written reasoning.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How should decisions be justified?
- What makes a government transparent?
Another view
It ignores informal or unwritten government practices.
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