Feingold honored by ALA

U.S. Senator Russ Feingold has been awarded the 2008 James Madison award from the American Library Association for his work to champion, protect, and promote public access to government information.  Feingold has been a Senate leader on strengthening the Freedom of Information Act, reforming lobbying disclosure rules, restricting data mining and the use of National Security Letters, and seeking greater public access to court proceedings.

“I am honored to receive this award from a group that is dedicated to enhancing learning and ensuring access to information,” Feingold said.  “When the workings of government are transparent, the American people can more readily hold their public officials accountable.  Our government will better respond to the concerns of the American people if it is open for public scrutiny.”

Read the press release and send your congratulations to Senator Feingold.

>> contributed by Beth