Writing a Letter to the Editor of your local newspaper is a great way to keep the Line 5 pipeline issue front and center, and educate our communities and elected officials about the threat Line 5 poses, and why we need to shut down Line 5.
First, know your newspaper’s guidelines:
- Before you write your letter, visit the newspaper’s website or call to find out the word count limit. (Most are 100-250 words.)
- Follow your newspaper’s directions on how to submit your letter (e.g. via email, through their website, or by mail).
- Some newspapers require your full name and current city of residence, so be sure to include that information if needed.
Ready? Time to write your letter!
- Personalize your letter and write it in your own voice. We’ve provided a tried-and-true formula below, but we encourage you to make it your own!
- If your local newspaper has recently run a story about Line 5, reference it in your letter.
- The Line 5 issue can feel really frustrating, but remember, your mission is to persuade, not to vent. Focus on a couple of key points that will resonate across the aisle and in your community.
