Arnessa Garrett

Dallas

Managing Editor at The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA)

Managing Editor| The New Orleans Advocate at The Times-Picayune | The New Orleans Advocate

editor @dallasnews Louisiana girl in a Texas world.

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Letters log May 28-June 5: It takes courage to put a name to an opinion

1 week ago | nola.com | Arnessa Garrett

All of the letters we publish include a full first and last name as well as a city of residence. Sometimes the city is omitted if the writer includes a title that is relevant to the topic of the letter. There are several reasons why we require all writers to use their real names. First and foremost, it lets our readers know that these letters indeed come from real people. In this age, it’s easy for anyone to Google and verify that a person with the name of the writer does exist.
Letters log: Critiques need to have clarity

1 month ago | nola.com | Arnessa Garrett

We welcome reader feedback on our reporting, and our letters to the editor often comment on specific articles. Yet, sometimes it isn’t clear what article readers are referring to. If you are writing about a specific article, it is recommended that you include the date it was published. In the same vein, letters to the editor need to be able to be understood by anyone who picks up the paper that day.
Monroe mayor Friday Ellis: 'Innovation is in the heartland'

1 month ago | nola.com | Arnessa Garrett

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Monroe mayor Friday Ellis: 'Innovation is in the heartland'

1 month ago | theadvocate.com | Arnessa Garrett

Monroe mayor Friday Ellis sits in the center of a region on the cusp of change. Late last year, Meta announced investment in a huge new data center in Holly Ridge, about 30 miles from Monroe. The $10 billion project also involves three new power plants in Richland Parish to support the data center. Ellis appeared at the Big Towns summit in Lafayette last month, where small- and medium-sized cities celebrate successes and discuss the challenges they face.
Letters log April 17-May 1: Coverage decisions are often complicated

1 month ago | theadvocate.com | Arnessa Garrett

When readers question why certain stories get coverage and others don’t, there’s often the implication that these decisions are made with some intention by the newspaper to endorse some activities or points of view and sideline others. But often, many other factors come into play. Sometimes, it’s simply that we weren’t aware of an event taking place. At other times, there may be so much going on that we may not have the resources to be everywhere at once.
Letters log Research helps us fulfill explanatory role

1 month ago | theadvocate.com | Arnessa Garrett

Our Editorial Board is often called upon to weigh in on complex issues facing our state and nation. Policy debates can have many nuances, and before we form an opinion, we have to do the research to make sure we have a good grasp of all sides. That’s why there is much work that Editorial Board members do that happens long before we publish our recommendation or position on a certain issue. We meet with key players, read legislation and consult reports by policy groups.
Letters log Research helps us fulfill explanatory role

1 month ago | nola.com | Arnessa Garrett

Our Editorial Board is often called upon to weigh in on complex issues facing our state and nation. Policy debates can have many nuances, and before we form an opinion, we have to do the research to make sure we have a good grasp of all sides. That’s why there is much work that Editorial Board members do that happens long before we publish our recommendation or position on a certain issue. We meet with key players, read legislation and consult reports by policy groups.
Letters log April 3-17: How tips from public aid our journalism

1 month ago | nola.com | Arnessa Garrett

All news organizations appreciate when the public provides tips on stories that may need investigating. Sometimes these tips come in letters to the editor, but we do have a dedicated email address, [email protected], just to receive such information. While we cannot print allegations of wrongdoing without doing our own reporting, I do forward your news tips to the appropriate editor for further investigation if necessary.
New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond talks papal succession, future of the church, more

1 month ago | nola.com | Arnessa Garrett

New Orleans Archbishop Gregory Aymond is the leader of approximately half a million Catholics in the second-oldest diocese in the country. As the Roman Catholic Church mourns the death of Pope Francis and prepares to choose a new leader, he sat down with Deputy Editor for Opinion Arnessa Garrett to talk about the moment and some of the challenges the church is facing. GARRETT: We're seeing all these tributes and remembrances of Pope Francis.
Letters log Feb. 28-March 6: Writing in an authentic voice

2 months ago | nola.com | Arnessa Garrett

We sometimes get requests to run letters with multiple signers. I understand why a group would want to put many names on a letter. It is often a way to show there is broad support for an issue or viewpoint. However, we typically limit letters to one or two signers. We believe letters should represent the views of the writer, rather than of a group.

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Arnessa Garrett

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2 Nov 22

Some public news: I will be joining @theadvocatebr @theadvocateaca @NOLAnews as State Enterprise Editor starting in December. It's been an emotional day as I have to say goodbye to my @dallasnews colleagues. But looking forward to doing great journalism in my home state!

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