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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
- 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, and a call to action.
- Tone - Maintain a respectful tone, even if you are disagreeing in the issue that you are presenting and ensure that you write for a general audience.
- Persuasion - If you are trying to persuade your audience, support your claims with statistics, facts, and relevant scenarios.
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Format: Letter to the Editor
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Example: Letter to the Editor
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Contributor: Leisa Samuels-Thomas
Reference:
https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/advocacy/direct-action/letters-to-editor/main
Reference:
https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/advocacy/direct-action/letters-to-editor/main
