Op-ed

An Op-ed (short for "opposite the editorial page") is a type of written prose commonly found in newspapers, magazines, and online publications.[1] They usually represent a writer's strong and focused opinion on an issue of relevance to a targeted audience. Typically ranging from 500 to 700 words, op-eds are distinct from articles written by the publication's editorial board and often feature the opinions of outside contributors.[2] Op-eds allow authors, not part of the publication's editorial team, to express opinions, perspectives, and arguments on various issues of public interest. Unlike traditional editorials, which reflect the opinion of the publication itself, op-eds offer independent voices a foundation to influence public discourse. The New York Times is widely credited with popularizing the modern op-ed format.[3]

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  2. ^ "1978", Charlotte Delbo, University of Massachusetts Press, pp. 392–406, May 28, 2021, doi:10.2307/j.ctv1prsr7t.24, retrieved November 10, 2024
  3. ^ "archives.nypl.org -- New York Times Company records. John B. Oakes papers". archives.nypl.org. Retrieved November 10, 2024.

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