Opinion journalism

thumb|Editorial from a 1921 issue of Photoplay recommending that readers not watch a film, [[Heedless Moths, which featured nude scenes]] thumb|Francis Pharcellus Church, author of the famous 1897 The Sun editorial which contains the line "[[Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus"]] An editorial, or leading article (UK) or leader (UK), is an article or any other written document, often unsigned, written by the senior editorial people or publisher of a newspaper or magazine, that expresses the publication's opinion about a particular topic or issue. Australian and major United States newspapers,

journalism that makes no claim of objectivity

A columnist is a person who writes for publication in a series, creating an article that usually offers commentary and opinions. Columns appear in newspapers, magazines and other publications, including blogs. They take the form of a short essay by a specific writer who offers a personal point of view. Columns are sometimes written by a composite or a team, appearing under a pseudonym, or (in effect) a brand name. Columnists typically write daily or weekly columns. Some columns are later collected and reprinted in book form.

recurring piece or article in a periodical

An op-ed is a type of written prose that expresses a strong, focused opinion on an issue of relevance to the target audience, and is commonly found in newspapers, magazines, and online publications. Typically ranging from 500 to 700 words, op-eds are distinct from articles written by the publication's editorial board and often feature the opinions of outside contributors.

editorial appearing in the September 21, 1897, edition of The (New York) Sun

American journalism award

article about Singapore by William Gibson

annual American journalism award

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