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REACH OUT TO THE MEDIA TO MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD

Media outlets need viewers and readers, and they are responsive to their community. If it is a topic of interest to you, it may be to the media as well. Here are some ways to connect.

01

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the editor or local and national newspapers can inform the public and get the attention of policymakers.

Choose Your Target: Submit your letter to local or national newspapers, particularly those read by policymakers.

Keep It Concise: Most publications limit letters to 200-300 words, so make your point clearly and quickly.

Check before you send! Have a friend read it over for clarity, and check for grammatical and spelling errors.

Be Timely: Relate your letter to current debates or recent news about health care reform.

Share Your Perspective: Personal experiences make your letter more compelling and relatable to readers.

02

Write an Op-Ed

If you have credibility in the space, this might be an option for you. Longer than a letter to the editor,

an opinion piece allows you to expand on your stance and propose solutions.

03

Contacting News Stations

Media coverage can amplify the need for healthcare reform and influence public opinion.

Submit a Story Tip: Contact local news outlets and explain why your perspective on health care reform matters. A compelling personal story matters.

Offer to Be a Source: Journalists often seek personal stories to illustrate policy issues.

Call Into Talk Shows: Many radio and TV shows take listener calls—use these opportunities to voice your concerns.