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What should be done prior to interacting with the media? |
Check identification or press credentials. If identification or press credentials are produced, continue with interview.
If no identification or press credentials are produced, refer the individual to your chain of command or public affairs representative. |
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What are your rights when interacting with the media? |
(1) You don't have to speak to the media. (2) You don't have to answer all the questions. (3) You control the length of the interview. |
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What should be maintained throughout the interaction with the media? |
Maintain operational security (OPSEC). Do not discuss classified information. |
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What are the guidelines for speaking with the media? |
a. Think before you answer. b. Tell the truth. You should not lie or intentionally mislead members of the media. c. Discuss only things that you have direct responsibility for or have personal knowledge about. Speak at your level. You should discuss only matters for which you have direct knowledge. d. Don't answer speculative (what if) or hypothetical questions. e. Avoid jargon, acronyms, slang and technical terms. f. Answer the question with which you are most comfortable when asked multiple questions. g. Keep remarks brief and concise. h. Assume everything you say may be printed or broadcast. i. Use "I" not "we" when stating your opinion. j. If you don't know the answer to a question or cannot discuss it for any reason, say so. Avoid using "no comment". |
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Should your chain of command always be informed of interactions with the media? |
Yes, Inform the chain of command of interaction with the media |
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How should a soldier be preped to interact with the media? |
Setup: Provide a soldier with a realistic scenario with a simulated interview situation.
Brief Soldier: Tell the soldier he is about to be interviewed by the media. No public affairs representatives are present. Evaluate soldier on his ability to interact with the media.
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What Army References give guidance on Interaction with the Media? |
STP 21-1-SMCT - Soldier's Manual of Common Tasks Skill Level 1 AR 360-1 The Army Public Affairs Program FM 46-1 - Public Affairs Operations |
