Information: Currency of Democracy
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... Why is the Access to Information Act 2002 important to Jamaica's Democracy and how can it be used to improve your community. By Natassja Douse Information: The Currency of Democracy An eminent government without the means of acquiring or providing information is only an introduction to a travesty or tragedy or perhaps both. For that reason it is imperative that the free flow of information is endorsed by the political authority of a country. According to Thomas Jefferson, "Information is the currency of democracy." Democracy is the free and equal right of every person to participate in a system of government, often practiced by electing representatives of the people by the majority of the people. In other words freedom of information is key to a democratic system of government. Jamaica is the trailblazer in the region on access to information as it is fundamental in maintaining and enhancing the country's














