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Planning Desk, Week E-32: Prepare your media relations plan!
When it comes to election security, public perception can be as important as reality. When the two don’t match, public confidence in the election can ... Read more
Newsletter: Issue 8
In this edition of the Election Security Exchange newsletter: Planning Desk, E-32: Prepare your media relations plan now to foster a positive partnership with local ... Read more
Situation Room: Tension Escalated to Assault
In a climate of heightened political tension, election officials are increasingly subjected to threats and harassment. A variety of issues can generate high-stress moments, from ... Read more
Don’t Go It Alone: Convening Your Election Security Working Group
March 26, 2026, 3 pm ET. Zoom Panel Discussion. Election officials know that you can never predict what may happen on Election Day, but no ... Read more
Newsletter: Issue 7
In this edition of the Election Security Exchange newsletter: analysis of a recent Iranian-linked cyberattack on a Michigan medical technology company — and what it ... Read more
Devastating Attack Highlights Need for Cyber Defense – and Fallbacks
Election offices should take note of a recent cyber attack last week on Stryker, a Michigan medical technology company. The attack is believed to have ... Read more
Week E-33: Strengthen your network security!
Secure networks mean safer services and greater trust for everyone who relies on you. Improving your network security doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated, ... Read more
Newsletter: Issue 6
In this edition of the Election Security Exchange newsletter: analysis of three recent incidents in which malicious actors carried out destructive attacks against election infrastructure ... Read more
Beyond Threats
In three recent incidents, malicious actors moved beyond threatening words and intimidation directed at election administration to commit destructive and violent acts. These acts remind ... Read more
Week E-34: Ensuring a Safe & Secure Polling Place
Creating a safe environment at polling places starts now, with developing guidance, planning polling place setups, and identifying any resources you need. The suggestions below ... Read more
Secure elections require proactive planning and decisive response. This nonpartisan resource library focuses on election security, including the physical, operational, and cyber dimensions of election administration. Each tool reflects industry best practices and can be customized for use by any election office. Consult your state or county attorney to see if you can use them.