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    Read these voices on reimagining local opinion journalism

    As part of API's work, we are “passing the mic” to people in opinion sections and out to share what they are doing on this topic.

    December 1, 2023
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    Bring constructive conflict to local opinion journalism

    Editor’s Note: The American Press Institute is helping news organizations reimagine local opinion journalism to promote healthier civic discourse and to better understand its role […]

    December 1, 2023
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    Share the stories behind the opinions

    Across the country, thoughtful editors are seeking more op-eds and contributions that get away from publishing pure “opinion,” which some might read as assertions based on data or perhaps bonafides.

    December 1, 2023
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    Expand the voices and audiences for local opinion journalism

    When you look at your local opinion journalism, what elements can you tackle individually to increase the views and experiences included in the conversation?

    December 1, 2023
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    Invest in staff to grow local opinion journalism’s reach with diverse communities

    By expanding Opinion, we hoped to provide information that would lead to more civic participation in government, local schools and grassroots community organizations.

    December 1, 2023
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    Bring non-news insights to the opinion section

    If you widen your view of whom to learn from — even in your own community — what ideas and partnerships might follow?

    December 1, 2023
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    Reimagining local opinion journalism

    If you were to start with a blank canvas, how would you build a new kind of local opinion and commentary section, from scratch, for this moment?

    December 1, 2023
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    Clarify your opinion product’s mission to boost audience financial support

    Creators of The Flip Side spent the past year researching and speaking with engineers, designers, academics and community moderators about how best to design an online community where meaningful discussions can take place.

    December 1, 2023
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    How local opinion sections can transform into public forums: Insights from public deliberation

    When we avoid triggering the worst in human nature, we have a better chance of tapping into the best, such as human creativity and imagination.

    December 1, 2023
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    How Santa Cruz Local proved the value of community engagement to staff

    Founded in January 2019, Santa Cruz Local is a local news platform that produces a podcast, newsletter and website about public policy in Santa Cruz […]

    December 1, 2023
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