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“As long as the government's actions are secret, it cannot be held accountable. A government for the people and by the people should be transparent to the people.”

Quote by Al Gore

Book:The Assault on Reason: How the Politics of Blind Faith Subvert Wise Decision-Making

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The Assault on Reason: How the Politics of Blind Faith Subvert Wise Decision-Making

This book delves into the ways in which political ideologies based on unyielding faith can obstruct the pursuit of wise and informed choices. more

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Former U.S. Vice President, climate advocate, and politician. Al Gore served as the Vice President of the United States from 1993 to 2001. He was awarded the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize for his contributions to the fight against climate change. more

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