Public Policy Access

* In our “information age,” wouldn’t you think it would be possible--if not already statutory--that legislative, judicial and other governmental actions be accessible through the computer modem?

Take the NAFTA debate (or lack of it), how difficult could it have been for the Congress to “scan” in the agreement’s accord into a computer record accessible to the public? However voluminous, the effort made to extend this crucial data to the people would be of infinitesimal cost compared to the response engendered. Intelligent debate and legislation would not only be possible but probable. With the American populace included in crucial examinations, decisions that affect us all bear the will of “We the people” more accurately.

KEVIN M. KINSEL

Mission Viejo