In response to the mistrust of the federal government that grew out of the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal, in 1976, Congress enacted the _________ Act, which tried to increase transparency by requiring that government agencies hold open forums to allow the public to comment on their decisions, regulations, and performance.

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The Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976 was enacted to promote transparency and openness in government by requiring federal agencies to conduct their meetings in public, allowing citizens to observe the decision-making process. This was part of a broader effort to restore public trust after the Vietnam War and Watergate scandal.

In Response to the Mistrust of the Federal Government That