Writing for Policy and Politics: Mastering Daily Communications

Harvard HKS

This intensive seven week course in effective writing focuses on the strategies and techniques behind great persuasive writing in both politics and policy. Students will master the essential life cycle of communications for anyone working in policy and politics, focusing on developing incisive questions, creating well-honed short form summaries, drafting press releases for media partners, writing to constituents, and crafting expert policy briefs.