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Letter TO THE EDITOR

A letter to the editor is a letter that is written to a newspaper, journal, or magazine. The purpose of a letter to the editor is to discuss an issue, create awareness about a problem, or just to correct an error. This letter is always a business letter because it is a formal document that will be placed in a public forum. It is a permanent, public record of your views on an issue, which usually takes the form of persuasive, argumentative, descriptive, or expository writing.
 Checklist for Letter to the Editor
  1. Structure - Ensure that your thesis statement clearly states your position, that you have two to three arguments that have supporting details, evidence, and examples, and that you end with a memorable line or a strong takeaway, a call to action.
  2. Tone - Maintain a respectful tone, even if you disagree with the issue that you are presenting, and ensure that you write for a general audience.
  3. Persuasion - If you are trying to persuade your audience, support your claims with statistics, facts, and relevant scenarios.
Format: Letter to the Editor
Example: Letter to the Editor
​Contributor: Leisa Samuels-Thomas

​Reference:
https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/advocacy/direct-action/letters-to-editor/main ​​