Letters To The Editor Letter: Three rules by Special to the Herald Times on January 27, 2020 Special to the Herald Times Author More in Letters To The Editor: LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – May 7th, 2026 May 6, 2026 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – April 30, 2026 April 29, 2026 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – April 23rd, 2026 April 23, 2026 Dear Editor: There are three rules for good communication: Have something to say: State your position. Say it: Give the facts, data, supporting points in 200 words or less. Shut up: Rambling on destroys credibility. Elaine Jordan Meeker