Send a Letter to the Editor

Letters to the Editor are one of the most widely read sections of the newspaper and reach a large audience. They allow community members to comment on the way issues are being addressed in the media and to influence what topics the local paper covers. Elected officals often monitor this section of the newspaper and take notice of constituents' opinions.

Passing Amendment 1 on May 13th is very important and we'd like your help spreading the word in your community.

You can contact your local news through the links below.

Some points to remember

Due to strict space limitations in newspapers, not all letters will be published, but the more letters the newspaper receives on a certain topic, the more likely they are to run at least one letter on the topic. Check the letter guidelines in your local paper and use these tips to write an effective letter to the editor:

Keep it short and focused. Many newspapers have strict length limits and edit letters for space. A concise, single-issue letter has a better chance of retaining its salient points and keeping the reader's interest.
Open your letter with a strong statement that comments on Amendment 1 and close with the thought you'd like readers to remember. Remember to consider the central point you want people reading the letter to take away.
You can get facts about Amendment 1 here, here, and here.
Include your contact information.
Many newspapers will only publish a letter to the editor after verifying the author’s contact information. When printed, the letter will usually only include your name and city.