Open data on criminals and teachers is a-okay, say most US citizens
US citizens are in favor of sharing government information on individual criminals and teachers, but are less happy when such “open data” schemes apply to more personal matters. Sixty-two percent of US citizens support sharing data about individuals’ criminal records, and 60 percent are happy with making information about teachers’ performance in the classroom available. However, only 22 percent support sharing data about their mortgages.
53% of americans believe open data would make the government more accountable
These figures, from a survey of attitudes towards government data by Pew Research, reflect the fact that while a slim majority of Americans (53 percent) believe that open data schemes can make the government more…
Source:: The Verge
