I get calls regularly from citizens and reporters with open government questions, but this one threw me. The AP reporter wanted my reaction to statements an assistant state attorney general made at the National Conference of State Legislatures. Janet Kleinfelter, "senior counsel" in the AG's office, had told NCSL attendees that the press drives government underground when it asks for too many public records... more

Even back in 1980 when George "The Possum" Jones received a Grammy Award, I regarded him as an old fogey who should step aside for the younger set, such as, well, um, Kenny Rogers.  But that's "yesterday's whine."  I've matured over the years.  Life experiences have left me more appreciative of the man and his music.  So I'm glad that his friends are helping him celebrate his 75th birthday at the Grand Ole Opry September 12... more