Open Government, Open Diplomacy

A remarkable dialogue between a distinguished Hungarian scientist and an outspoken American diplomat, illustrating how much can be lost when democratic values are undermined by political leaders, and how these values must be defended by domestic civil society and by foreign diplomats who speak out for truth, transparency, accountability, and democracy.—John Shattuck

An exciting dialog between two exceptional men. Their discussion exhibits new insights on Hungary in the 2010s. An interesting view from outside, combined with a deep knowledge and analytical view and questions from inside. It is a great and refreshing read that I recommend to anyone who wants to understand the challenging historical situation of present-day Hungary—Ivan T. Berend

This book is just as important for Americans to read as it is for Hungarians. André shows all of us the vast changes that are taking place in communication, and the implications of those changes for the workings (or non-workings) of democracies on every scale, from the local school committee to the presidency of the country. These changes affect us all, and our roles in the world, in profound ways that most of us (including most Americans) do not begin to understand, however glued we are to Facebook and Twitter.—Marjorie Wikler Senechal

It is an engaging discussion by two thoughtful intellectuals. Responding to Professor Hargittai's pointed questions, Goodfriend offers a broad perspective on the roles and techniques of US diplomats in a variety of foreign contexts in a rapidly changing media environment, where diplomats have more chance to directly and transparently communicate with local publics. A must-read for anyone interested in diplomacy in the 21st century!—Julia Sonnevend