The Fake News Era Demands Ethics in Government Communication

Good government requires good communication. Only when the public receives timely and relevant facts about government activities can transparency and accountability be achieved. The public servants who provide that information agency spokespeople, communications specialists, speechwriters, social media experts are a critical link in supporting our democratic processes and helping citizens access services. Sadly, we have seen too many instances lately where elected officials and high-profile government communicators have failed in this regard.