Clear, Jargon-Free Writing
Clear, Jargon-Free Writing
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Government press releases are so full of jargon and poor syntax, they are almost unreadable. Don't let your copy become impenetrable to your local audience. Learn about a tool, the Hemingway app, and advice for achieving clear, jargon-free writing.
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The slideshow and one-sheets with tips are available below, and here are resources for jargon-free writing:
George Orwell: “Politics and the English Language”
Tools:
Poynter tips:
Patch resources:
Other links:
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