Want to Change the World? Tweet the White House

Gov 2.0, Social Media

Last month, I wrote about Expert Labs’ initiative to crowdsource ideas and information to help policymakers reach better decisions. Now the White House is seeking our help in crafting big ideas. The process is simple: Think big. Tell the White House (via...

Anil Dash Talks Crowdsourcing, Gov 2.0 Style

Gov 2.0, Social Media

If you’ve ever sent a letter to your congressman or submitted comments in response to a proposed federal agency rule, then you know that talking to the government can be akin to screaming into the void. You have to jump hoops to submit your information, no one...