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High hopes expressed for Atlanta’s task force to promote public trust
Judging by the responses posted on social media, expectations are great that the Atlanta Task Force for the Promotion of Public Trust will produce results that fulfill its name.
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Let’s rebuild trust in government with participatory budgeting in Atlanta
By Guest Columnist AMIR FAROKHI, who represents District 2 on the Atlanta City Council
Public trust in government is historically low. At a time when voting rights are under attack, transparency the exception, and inaction on critical issues the frustrating norm, cynicism about government is at fever pitch. Yet, democratic government is well placed to reestablish public trust; city government, even more so. More nimble and less partisan than any other level of government, City Hall is where residents should have the most direct input.
