Dear Sir/Madam: I am pleased to extend an invitation to you for an upcoming workshop on June 27th at the Technology and Innovation Centre, located at the University of Strathclyde. This workshop, co-hosted by the University of Southern California Cybersecurity Initiative and the University of Strathclyde, aims to explore effective strategies for safeguarding elections and the political process against threats like hacking and misinformation. Attached to this letter, you will find a comprehensive proposal detailing the conference, including the agenda and confirmed speakers from both the UK and the US. We hope that the workshop's topics will be of interest to you. Additionally, if you would like to participate as a discussant on one of the roundtables, please let me know. We have a website with more details about the event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/workshop-on-cyber-securing-democratic-elections-tickets-635875349287 We understand the demands on your schedule, but we kindly request your presence at this important event. Your involvement will contribute to the workshop's success and the valuable exchange of perspectives on securing our elections and democratic processes. Should you be unable to attend, we would greatly appreciate any recommendations for a suitable colleague who could represent your organization. Thank you for considering our invitation. We eagerly await your response and sincerely hope you can join us on June 27th. Sincerely, [Text Description automatically generated with low confidence] Anthony J. McGann Head of School and Professor of Government and Public Policy