Elizabeth Laird
Director of equity and civic technology at the Center for Democracy & Technology, experienced in government technology policy and research on public trust in data practices.
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Apr 9, 2026 • 5min
Trust in government data practices is rapidly deteriorating
Elizabeth Laird, director of equity and civic technology at the Center for Democracy & Technology, researches government tech and public trust. She discusses a new survey showing widespread worry about federal data collection. She describes feelings of helplessness, which data uses fuel the most concern, and how fear is driving people away from public benefits.
Apr 9, 2026 • 5min
Trust in government data practices is rapidly deteriorating
Elizabeth Laird, director of equity and civic technology at the Center for Democracy & Technology, studies government data practices and digital equity. She discusses a new survey showing widespread worry about federal data collection. Concerns cut across demographics. Many feel powerless and may avoid benefits, risking chilling effects on health, housing, and services.
