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It is a phrased derived from a quote that "sunshine is the best disinfectant". It was meant to connote that government activities should always be conducted "out in the open" so the public can scrutinize their elected officials.

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"Sunshine Laws" are laws existing in various states, eg Florida, requiring the contents od state papers to be available to the public.

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