From the
American Library Association:
FOI Day is an annual event on or near March 16, the birthday of James Madison. Madison is widely regarded as the Father of the Constitution and as the foremost advocate for openness in government.
Each year, the James Madison Award is presented on Freedom of Information Day to recognize those individuals or groups that have championed access to government information and the public's right to know. This year marks the 37th anniversary of the Freedom of Information Act and the 14th year that ALA will make this award in honor of James Madison.
Normally, I'm not a big fan of these unknown days that clutter the imaginary calendar, but here is one that is worth celebrating in some way.
But what should Americans do to mark this day? Any suggestions?