An op-ed is a brief, persuasive essay targeting a general public audience, typically published in a newspaper (or online news outlet like Vox.com). For this assignment, please follow the format and language guidelines described in the Shipley reading, “And Now A Word from Op-Ed,” which is listed in the course readings. The submitted essay should be no longer than 750 words. If a student wishes to write an op-ed for submission to a specific major news outlet, such as The Denver Post, the submission guidelines for that outlet can be followed, but the assignment must indicate the targeted outlet clearly so that the instructor knows which guidelines are being followed. Regardless of the targeted outlet, the essay must be at least 650 words to receive full credit for the assignment. While actual submission to a newspaper or online outlet is encouraged, it is not required for the assignment
