Unfortunately, the attitude of many towards the press, humanitarians included and especially government workers, is often one of suspicion, if not ou…

- Alvin Adams

My view is different. Public relations are a key component of any operation in this day of instant communications and rightly inquisitive citizens.

- Alvin Adams

Well I just figure any man who risks his neck to save a dog's life isn't going to kill someone for gold teeth.

- Alvin Adams

Appreciate the power of rumor, often malicious, no matter how preposterous, within the local populations you are seeking to help.

- Alvin Adams

I am convinced that dealing intelligently with the press is of the greatest importance to the success and effectiveness of a humanitarian mission.

- Alvin Adams

Humanitarian missions are little different from any other public enterprise, diplomacy included, which is susceptible of misinterpretation by the pub…

- Alvin Adams