Why government’s subversion of data is so dangerous

In any stable democracy, trust in government data is critical.

- Sheldon H. Jacobson, Tribune News Service

Without such freely shared and reliable information, it is impossible to assess the condition of the nation, what changes are necessary and how laws and policies will impact that condition. Unfortunately, the administration's actions are eroding such trust. Discovery fueled by curiosity has been a driving force for technological, medical and social science research and advances. Though the status quo may provide good results, researchers are constantly striving for something better. Such curiosity is at the fulcrum of innovation and facilitates entrepreneurship, a driver for economic growth and better quality of life for all.