Communicating for an elected official comes with unique pressures -- public expectations, political agendas, legal limits, and the reality that one statement can impact the entire agency. Whether you work for a District Attorney, Sheriff, Mayor, Councilmember or Board of Supervisors, you’re expected to serve the public, protect your agency’s credibility, and support your elected leader, without crossing into politics. This session explores real strategies for:- Navigating when your elected wants to “hit send” on a statement that may be political, premature, or damaging- Knowing when, and how, to respectfully push back or redirect messaging- Balancing legal confidentiality, public transparency, and the personal voice of your elected- Using official platforms (press releases, social media, public events) responsibly, not as personal podiums- Protecting your agency’s reputation while still supporting your boss and serving the public