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As one speaker pointed out, it's not a zero-sum game; both safety and integrity can be achieved simultaneously with proper preparation and coordination.
Crisis Response: Managing the Unexpected
The simulation underscores that during a crisis, decision-making under stress can be compromised. Therefore, it’s essential for election officials, law enforcement, and other stakeholders to rehearse and familiarize themselves with crisis protocols beforehand so that responses become reflexive.
The experience of these simulations fosters relationships and understanding among different agencies, helping to "normalize" communication and coordination when real threats arise.