Documents/BBG/7: Federal Support

VII: Federal Support

Ensure Broad Federal Support

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The BBG is both independent and dependent within the U.S. government. Congress made us an independent agency in order to preserve our journalistic integrity and credibility with audiences. Yet we serve U.S. foreign policy interests and require support from other agencies to further our mission -- gaining, say, the support of the U.S. government to end Chinese jamming. We need to work together within an overall relationship of mutual respect and trust. Key to getting the support we need from other Federal agencies is effective intra-governmental communications. While the BBG may have many recognized spokespersons, to be effective there must be a coordinated message. The BBG will provide the coordination while enlisting the full participation of broadcasting service management. In addition, the Board should ensure that the BBG is a participant in key policy circles so that we can obtain the necessary support for our broadcasting initiatives.

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