Submit an Op-Ed to COURIER

We are always looking for elected officials, candidates, activists, and other thought leaders to write thought-provoking op-eds about the challenges and opportunities that American democracy is facing.

Specifically, we are looking to amplify diverse, pro-democracy voices on topics like: 

• Threats to our rights and freedoms

• Threats to our democracy

• The stakes of the 2024 election

• The forces at play in 2024 and beyond

• The consequences of MAGA extremism

And here are a few tips on what we’re looking for from an op-ed:

Things we like:

• Concise and focused pieces between 500 and 1,200 words
• Relevant and timely content
• A clear, structured argument or main point
• A unique perspective
• An eye toward explaining how this specific argument has broader national implications

Things we don’t like:

• Lack of structure or focus
• Overly broad content (i.e. discussing lots of different issues)
• Niche content (i.e. focusing solely on one piece of legislation or a hyperlocal issue)
• Self-promotional pieces
• Intentionally inflammatory, libelous, or discriminatory language

To submit an op-ed, email a 250-word pitch or draft of a submission to lucy@couriernewsroom.com with OP-ED PITCH in the subject line. We aim to get back to all pitches received within 7-10 days. 

View past op-eds below: