RSG #317: How To Investigate Whether an Appeal Process Is Designed To Fail

Resistance Survival Guide #317 A government agency denies someone medical care, food assistance, disability benefits, unemployment compensation, housing, or another essential service. The notice arrives late. The explanation makes no sense. The deadline is already breathing down their neck. When they call for help, a recording tells them that every representative is busy experiencing an …

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RSG #316: How To Audit Government Algorithms for Discriminatory Errors

Resistance Survival Guide #316 Once upon a time, and not so long ago, a government employee had to look you in the face before making a decision that could ruin your life. But now, the lazy government has decided to let the Cylons take over. Skynet, with little to no human oversight, can flag you …

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