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Crisis, Consequence, and Response to MN: Inside Communications Presented by Half Street Group
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In the aftermath of the killing of two American citizens in Minneapolis and amid heightened resistance to federal immigration enforcement actions, many organizations are facing pressure to respond — publicly, internally, or both.
Mike Raia, founder and president of Half Street Group, joins the show to offer guidance on how organizations can navigate moments of crisis and political sensitivity, including:
- When speaking out helps — and when it backfires
- The risks of silence versus poorly timed statements
- How values, stakeholders, and long-term credibility should shape response strategies
