Have you ever wondered who’s really behind the donations to your elected officials? Look no further than OpenSecrets, the award-winning website dedicated to providing comprehensive data on campaign contributions and lobbying activities. Join American Promise CEO Jeff Clements as he sits down with OpenSecrets Executive Director Hilary Braseth to discuss the organization’s mission, operations, and the critical role of transparency in political funding.
In this engaging conversation, Clements and Braseth will delve into the importance of OpenSecrets’ work in an era where the influence of money in politics is more significant than ever. They’ll discuss how the organization collects and presents data, the challenges they face, and the impact of their groundbreaking reporting on public awareness and policy-making.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into one of the most important watchdog organizations in the United States. Register now for the next installment of The Leadership Series and learn how OpenSecrets is working to promote transparency and accountability in our political system.
About Hilary Braseth:
With a background in emerging technologies and social change, Hilary Braseth brings a wealth of experience to her position at OpenSecrets. Prior to joining the organization, she worked at IDEO in Silicon Valley and served as a Public Service Fellow at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. Braseth is also the co-founder of two groundbreaking initiatives: Dare to Innovate, a youth entrepreneurship incubator in West Africa, and Oze, Africa’s first mobile business insights platform.