How To Write an Editorial
General Tips before writing:
• Don't always take the easy route: Consider the less popular stand. Remember the axiom which states the role of a newspaper is "to comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable." Don't necessarily play Devil's advocate, but don't feel you must represent majority opinion either. Hold your journalistic ideals high when you take your editorial stance.
• Take a reasonable approach: Since life has few absolutes or superlatives, remember to consider the degree and circumstance of the truth. Generally avoid inclusive words such as "always" or "never." Be specific and accurate with examples.
• Make sure you refine your thesis: As I've said many times, you can't take on the world (or cover some of your topics in the space allowed). Be specific with your thesis and you will argue more effectively.
Here is a common structure for editorials:
The Lead
Attention-getter
_____________
Committal statement
Hook the reader with......

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