When you write letters to the editors of local newspapers instead of writing to just one person, you reach thousands.
Read local papers and magazines for fuel for letters. Watch for articles, ads, or letters that mention population issues. The population connection may not be clearly stated, but by responding to articles about school overcrowding, increasing traffic congestion, environmental problems, and other problems linked with population growth, you can point out the population connection to readers.
Be brief. Sometimes one short paragraph is enough - try to stay under 300 words (about one typed page). Editors are less likely to print long letters.
Feel free to incorporate excerpts from NPG’s materials in your letters.
Whenever appropriate, include something for readers to do, such as contacting their elected officials.
Type, if possible. Otherwise, print legibly.
Make sure you include your name, address, and telephone number in your letter. Some newspapers verify authorship before printing letters.
