Focused United States Government (USG) efforts to understand and engage key audiences in order to create, strengthen or preserve conditions favorable for the advancement of USG interests, policies, and objectives through the use of coordinated programs, plans, themes, messages, and products synchronized with the actions of all elements of national power. (Approved for inclusion in the next edition of JP 1-02) (Jt Pub 3-13)
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Focused United States Government (USG) efforts to understand and engage key audiences in order to create, strengthen or preserve conditions favorable for the advancement of USG interests, policies, and objectives through the use of coordinated programs, plans, themes, messages, and products synchronized with the actions of all elements of national power. (Approved for inclusion in the next edition of JP 1-02) (Jt Pub 3-13)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Strategic Communication. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 22, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/strategic-communication
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