To allow freedom of speech and inspire constructive dialogue across a multitude of topics, Neuse News is now accepting Letters to the Editor.

If you would like your letter to be considered for publishing, please follow these guidelines:

• A maximum of 750 words (although length of letter can be waived for content by Editor).

• Include your first name, last name, city of residence and phone number. Your phone number will not be published but only used for verification purposes.

• No open, unsigned or third-party letters will be accepted.

• Political endorsement letters to the editor will be allowed the Sunday before early voting begins and will commence the Sunday before election day.

• Send your letter to letters@neusenews.com by Thursday at noon to be considered for publication that week, although exceptions can be made on a case by case basis.

By sending us your letter, you acknowledge that Neuse News has the right to edit the letter’s title and to edit the letter for grammar. The views of letters to the editor are not necessarily those of Neuse News.