EXAMPLE:
As the debate over the nation’s budget continues, it has been very disappointing to see so little news
coverage of the threat sequestration poses to investment in scientific research and development.
OR
As the debate over the nation’s budget continues, I have been pleased to see the [Paper name]’s
coverage of the threat sequestration poses to investment in scientific research and development.
For example, in the [Date and/or Title] story, [Insert an example, either positive or negative, from the
outlet’s coverage of the current budget debates (e.g., a story that talks about healthcare, defense
spending and the possibility of sequestration, but that does not mention cuts to science research and
development that pose direct threats to the scientific community or research and development). This
entire paragraph should not be longer than 60 words.]
Geoscientists are vital contributors to our nation’s economy. The field of geoscience is essential in order
to meet society's demands for natural resources, environmental quality, and resilience to hazards.
The need to reduce the national debt is real, but it shouldn’t be achieved by sacrificing investments in
science that will protect public safety, create jobs, and support the nation’s global competitiveness.
Sincerely,
[Name]
[Title and company OR occupation, e.g. Geoscientist, XYZ University]
[Organization, e.g. American Geophysical Union] Member
[Address – Must be within the outlet’s ‘reading area’; preferably home, but work is OK]
[Phone number – Cell is OK]
[Email address – Should be one you check regularly, in case they need to contact you with questions.]