An editorial is an opinion piece that asserts a point of view using journalistic principles. It can be controversial, engage readers, and bring awareness to issues. A well-written editorial is also effective at promoting healthy debate and discussion. It should be measured and fair, but still able to convey a perspective.
An opinion editorial, also known as an Op-Ed, is an article written by a community member and published in a newspaper or other media outlet. It can be about a local event or a national issue. Opinion editorials are a great way to make your voice heard and have the potential to land you freelance work. An example of this would be a friend of mine who wrote an editorial about the lack of sober queer spaces in Houston, which was then picked up by the local paper.
A good editorial should have a “quinoa effect,” meaning that you will either love it or loathe it. Getting reactions is what makes your editorial stand out and gets people talking. It is important to have a strong, clear argument in your editorial. It should also be well-researched and objective.
If you are writing an editorial for a medical journal, it can be helpful to keep in mind the following guidelines when crafting your article:
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