Contacting the Media Letters to the Editor Other than the front page, the letters to the editor section is the most read part of your local newspaper. Members of Congress pay close attention to letters, particularly if their names are mentioned. 250 words is the recommended length for most publications.
Periodicals have a limited space and often receive more letters than they can possibly publish.
If there is less editing for the editor it is more likely your letter will appear. Get to the point. Letters should always state the specific issue, and what action should be taken. Write in simple language. They are looking for letters that are understandable by a variety of educational levels and writing an intelligible letter need not be complicated.