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Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Spokesman Review Editorial on Governor's (Latest) Claim of Executive Privilege

The Spokesman Review writes this editorial on why the Governor should not be claiming "executive privilege" as a way to avoid providing public records. "Executive privilege" is not listed in the Public Records Act as an exemption from disclosure. It is a constitutional principle ... but has never been recognized in this context by a Washington appellate court.