The transition team of President-elect Obama is making all policy documents from official meetings publicly available on Change.org.
"Every day, we meet with organizations who present ideas for the transition and the Administration, both orally and in writing," wrote Transition Project Co-chair John D. Podesta (left) in a memo to staff. "We want to ensure that we give the American people a 'seat at the table' and that we receive the benefit of their feedback.
"Accordingly, any documents from official meetings with outside organizations will be posted on our website for people to review and comment on," Podesta continued. "In addition to presenting ideas as individuals at www.change.gov, the American people deserve a 'seat at the table' as we receive input from organizations and make decisions. In the interest of protecting the personal privacy of individuals, this policy does not apply to personnel matters and hiring recommendations."
In addition to Podesta's memo, a video featuring Director of Public Liaison and Intergovernmental Affairs Michael Strautmanis explaining the program is posted on the transition Web site.
