RSG #320: How To Investigate Who Authorized a High Risk Government System

A government algorithm denies benefits. A surveillance platform identifies the wrong person. An automated fraud system freezes assistance. Suddenly, everyone involved develops a severe allergy to active verbs. The agency blames the contractor. The contractor says it followed agency requirements. The program office says technology staff handled it. Technology staff point toward legal counsel. Legal …

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RSG #315: How To Audit Government Websites for Hidden Tracking

Resistance Survival Guide #315 Government websites are supposed to serve the public. However, every visit can generate technical information about the visitor. That information can include an internet address, browser details, device characteristics, referral sources, searches, clicks, form interactions, and the amount of time spent on a page. Analytics can help agencies understand whether a …

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