How to successfully write and pitch an op-ed or guest column for publication in newspapers and websites.

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9. Screen shot of NewYorkTimes Election Day 2008 word cloud

10. Short lede, ~100 words
Main argument
Research supporting your argument
Propose solutions
Ending, kicker or call to action

12. http://seati.ms/opedguide

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