Melissa Davis: Deputy Opinion Editor, Seattle Times
Melissa Davis explains the importance not only of a free press, but also of providing a platform for a structured sharing and exchange of diverse points of view on public life. She goes on to illustrate the role that Op-Eds in The Seattle Times have had on policy and lawmaking, citing recent examples. Lastly, she advocates for reading persuasive pieces, especially those you may not agree with, as a way to grow and better understand your community.
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