... because back in the 70s it was decided that disclosure (a/k/a "transparency") was all we'd ask of private companies (with exceptions, as in, some companies

... because back in the 70s it was decided that disclosure (a/k/a "transparency") was all we'd ask of private companies (with exceptions, as in, some companies aren't even expected to disclose). Who do you think _actually owns_ the U.S. Congress anyway?