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OPINION: When it comes to transparency, the Legislature is ‘broken’ by design

The lack of transparency isn’t merely some unintended consequence of a broken system. It seems to be a deliberate strategy by those involved.

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OPINION: Cybersecurity agency should relocate to Reno

Reno would represent a sweet spot, closer to CISA’s Silicon Valley stakeholders while dramatically cheaper. For cost savings, proximity to stakeholders and recruiting potential for Silicon Valley talent, Reno beats D.C. on all measures.

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