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Writing Editorials and Cartoons
When you write a regular news story, people will tell you not to editorialize—which means not to share your own opinion. You’re supposed to objectively report the story, covering the 5 W’s and H.
When you write an editorial, you must editorialize. Tell us what you really think!
An effective editorial expresses an opinion about an important current topic. It argues for that opinion using strong reasons, and it answers any objections that readers might have.
Readers might hear your opinion and respond, “Yeah, but . . .” That’s an objection. You need to answer it, and any other times that readers say, “Yeah, but . . .” Once you have answered their objections, they are much more likely to agree with you.
It’s time to tell us how you really feel. It’s time to editorialize!