Policy Brief - Defending Digital Democracy

Mis/ Disinformation and Cyber Incident Communications Response: Top Takeaways

October 2020

The top priority in a cyber crisis or in the face of mis and disinformation, will be to maintain public trust. The most effective way to achieve that goal is to respond confidently and quickly. Although response to both types of incidents will differ, there are a number of common best practices you can apply in your preparation ahead of election day.  This summary guide helps detail common and specific responses to each type of incident. 


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