Grassroots Toolkit: Talking to Local Media

Scenario:

You’ve invited the reporter to your local event, and it’s about to begin. The reporter comes up with a television camera, turns the camera on you and asks: "Why are you here?"

What is the topic?

What are you asking for?

What’s the local link?

What is your group or affiliation, and why is it important in the community?

What is your sound bite? [25 words or less]

Reviewed: 12/22/2006

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