World Civ. Expressing Political Opinions Ms. Romero Due Friday

Dayonna M. Expressing Political Opinions Ms. Romero

Identify and issue that concerns you. Then write a letter or send an email message about that issue to the editor of a newspaper or magazine.

Writing a Persuasive Letter

• Find an issue that has been in the news lately and about which you feel strongly.

• Read recent articles, editorials, and cartoons in newspapers or magazines. Notice how they have addressed this issue.

• Compose a letter that clearly and concisely explains your views about the topic you have chosen. Your letter should also include reasons and facts that support your opinion on the issue. It might also advocate some specific action to be taken to address the issue. Please add why this topic is important to you.

• Identify the person to whom you should send your letter and note any requirements the newspaper or magazine has for writing letters to the editor. 

• Edit your letter carefully. Be sure to use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation.