In politics, there are always public relations professionals doing damage control and trying to spin a negative story until it goes away. Some politicians can make a gaffe and walk away to fight another day (Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton.) Others make a slip of the tongue and are finished (Rick Perry and Christine O’Donnell). ..

The shooting spree at a Colorado cinema and today in New York City warrants compassionate and accurate media coverage, but how should your organization respond in the aftermath of a disaster? Here are some tips that our team put together for dealing with such a crisis: 1. Your first responsibility is to the victims and ..