"Public participation is not a luxury. It is fundamental to an effective democracy."
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About Beth Simone Noveck
Beth Simone Noveck is an American attorney, scholar, and public servant known for her work in technology, innovation, and civic participation. She was a professor at New York Law School and served as the United States Deputy Chief Technology Officer for Open Government under President Barack Obama. Noveck is the author of several books focusing on democracy, open government, and crowd sourcing. She is a prominent advocate for utilizing technology to improve transparency and citizen engagement in government decision-making.
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