Submit a Letter to the Editor – San Diego Media
One of the most effective ways to influence public policy and inform your community is by submitting a well-written Letter to the Editor. Most publications have strict word limits, so keep your letter concise, factual, and timely. Whenever possible, reference a current issue.
Village News (North County) https://www.villagenews.com/contact
San Diego Union-Tribune https://form.jotform.com/203524325900143
Word limit: Approximately 150 words
Include your full name, address, phone number, and email for verification.
Voice of San Diego opinion@voiceofsandiego.org
Letters should generally be 200 words or fewer and include your full name along with any relevant affiliations or financial interests.
Guidelines: https://voiceofsandiego.org/category/topics/opinion/letters/
Letter submission form: https://voiceofsandiego.org/2010/07/22/letter-submission-form-asset/
Times of San Diego opinion@timesofsandiego.com
Submission guidelines: https://timesofsandiego.com/contact/
San Diego Reader https://www.sandiegoreader.com/letter-editor/
Additional submission information: https://www.sandiegoreader.com/submit/something/
We are told that letters can bring attention and flag urgent localized issues (like infrastructure or permitting).
District 5 Supervisor, Jim Desmond: A letter or an email to your direct representative carries much more weight than sending an email to the entire board.
Supervisor Jim Desmond Jim.Desmond@sdcounty.ca.gov
Also copy Hunter McDonald, Policy Advisor for Land Use Hunter.McDonald@sdcounty.ca.gov
Director of Public Works, Marisa Barrie: Marisa.barrie@sdcounty.ca.gov
Also copy Murali Pasumarthi, Deputy Director, Transportation Division Murali.Pasumarthi@sdcounty.ca.gov
State Senator Brian Jones: senator.jones@senate.ca.gov
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You will want to customize your letters/emails to suit your situation or specific question. Please remember to share your communications with Steve.
Tips for Getting Published
Respond to a current news story whenever possible.
Keep your letter focused on one issue.
State your main point in the first sentence.
Support your position with facts, not personal attacks.
Stay within the publication's word limit.
Include your full contact information for verification.
Proofread before submitting.