In crisis communication, Timothy Coombs teaches us that addressing issues before they escalate is key, while also outlining response strategies for effective management of crises. One common strategy I see being used by many organizations in crisis is the denial strategy in this case, shifting blame to another party. While I understand the agency's perspective and the need to save face, I believe a more effective approach would have been to first acknowledge the crisis then followed by clarifications. Shifting blame to mitigate damage may not always be a recommended strategy as this can be perceived as defensive or negligent potentially damaging the organization's reputation further. It also diverts attention from addressing the root cause of the crisis.
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