1.

What is editorial
writing?
2. How to write an
TOPICS to editorial
discuss: 3. What are the tips
in writing an
editorial?
4. What are the
types of editorial?
 It is a presentation of facts and
It is a section in newspaper or opinion in a concise, logical,
magazines in which the writers pleasing order for the sake of
or editors share their opinions entertaining, influencing opinion or
on ongoing topics. interpreting significant news in such
a way that its importance to the
average reader will be clear.
EDITORIAL
WRITING
It is thought-provoking and raise
questions in mind of those who
read it.
It displays the values and
policies of a newspaper. It is the heart and soul of the
newspaper.
 Introduction:
Present the
problem or
situation

Take a stand

Reason for position

points are rebutted

Evidence for all 4

Opposing view

points
Reason for position

Reason for position

Reason for position

Present a logical

staff stance
Recap the
solution
The Head
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
 For example:

Former Supreme Court

Introduction: Associate Justice Antonio Carpio
Present the problem underscored the incompetency of the
or situation government to defend its territorial
claims. On March 7, 2021, more than
200 Chinese ships amassed over the
Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan
Island Group (KIG), a part of the
Philippines’ exclusive economic zone
(EEZ). Over the past few years, the
Chinese government has adhered to
the command of ‘might makes right’
and is continually, and illegally,
asserting dominance over the West
Philippine Sea.
 The Neck
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
Take a What is your opinion?
stand
No nation is a definite winner in a
war, but if the Philippines does not
beseech its military might over the
contested seas, the country will just
keep losing. It is in the best interests
of the international communities to
make China understand the
importance of the law, the
ramifications of their activities to
marine resources, the freedom of
navigation, and the destructive
nature of their expansionist ideals.
The Body
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
 Reason for position
Firstly, there is a need to establish authority over
the West Philippine Sea to protect it. Some may say
that the nation is incapable of defending against
Chinese troops, but such is false. To say that the
country is defenseless might be accurate, but the
nation itself is not powerless. The Hindustan Times has
reported that India has signed a pact with the
Philippines to procure Brahmos missile, the fastest
operational missile globally. Even without such
technology, several countries have shown support for
the Philippines, including Japan and the United States
(US). Last month, Germany stated its plans to send a
warship near the disputed waters as a sign to counter
Chinese territorial claims. Nonetheless, simply
manning the islands might be enough deterrent for
Chinese vessels to occupy them.
 The Arm
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
 On the other hand, the
consequences of standing up against
China would be severe, especially as
China vows to bring the Philippines
economic benefits. President Rodrigo
Duterte made a point of not
Opposing view points are

forcefully and physically retaking

maritime features from the West
Philippine Sea to not incur the wrath
rebutted

of China in his fifth state of the

Nation Address (SONA). The
Philippines also enjoys 600,000
donated Sinovac shots.
The Body
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
 Reason for position
But still, China is untrustworthy. As a
response to the continued presence of
Chinese ships in KIG, the Department of
Foreign Affairs had sent multiple diplomatic
protests. The continued Chinese activity in
the region proves that China had practically
trashed such diplomatic protests even
though Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian
stated that China would settle conflicts with
the Philippines through diplomatic
channels. With this, the country may not
get as much economic benefits as China
may suggest.
 Reason for position
Also, the livelihoods of Filipino fishers were
at risk. A last year’s study by Yale School of the
Environment determined that China is
responsible for half of the world’s fishing
activities. According to Homonhon
Environmental Rescue Organization (HERO), the
Philippines is being stolen of up to 240,000 kilos
of marine resources by Chinese vessels posted
at KIG. Overfishing will not only affect
fishermen, but it will also affect citizens as the
price for fish would skyrocket, especially as the
economy continues to decline due to the
pandemic. Taking action against those Chinese
vessels should be a top national priority.
 Reason for position
Moreover, China is a country notorious for
disregarding navigational freedom. There have
been several instances of China refusing to drop
blockades to seas of global commons, even
blocking innocent passage, despite calls by the
United Nations (UN). The presence of Chinese
ships endangers Filipino fishermen. In fact, a
Chinese boat rammed, sunk, and abandoned a
Philippine fishing ship Gem-Ver in what came to
be known as the 2019 Recto Bank incident. China
has yet to pay monetary compensation to the 22
Filipinos whose lives were endangered and to
the ship owner even after nearly two years. If
nothing is done to safeguard fishers, these
atrocities will keep on piling up.
 The Arm
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
 Support your arguments with
evidence and examples.
Besides, the 2016 Hague ruling
validates the Philippines’
territorial claims. International
Evidence for all 4 points

rules exist to set the limits of all

nations. Without it, stability and
coexistence will not prevail. The
insufficiency of government
intervention against China would
make the arbitral ruling nothing
more than just a snippet of
history.
One Leg
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
 Overall, China has been continually sullying the
law, the aquatic resources, and the freedom of
the Philippines. The nation must take a stand
against these offenses by being vigilant and by
deepening diplomatic connections. The
Philippines have already gained international
sympathy because of the transgressions of China
against the national territory. The Philippines
must deepen its ties with other countries
through operations like joint military exercises.
Perhaps, the Philippines can emphasize the
logical solution

global consequences of China’s actions during

Present a

international conferences. Furthermore,

manning the unoccupied islands within the West
Philippine Sea might hinder the Chinese
maritime militia from occupying them. The
combined force of the Philippines and its allies is
crucial to settle disputes against China.
The other
For example:

Former Supreme Court Associate

Leg of the
Justice Antonio Carpio underscored the
incompetency of the government to defend
its territorial claims. On March 7, 2021,
more than 200 Chinese ships amassed over
the Julian Felipe Reef in the Kalayaan Island
EDITORIAL Group (KIG), a part of the Philippines’
exclusive economic zone (EEZ). Over the
Introduction: past few years, the Chinese government
Present the has adhered to the command of ‘might
problem or makes right’ and is continually, and
situation illegally, asserting dominance over the
West Philippine Sea.
 ‘Might makes right’ is a false
Recap the staff stance
notion. Failure to recognize such a
fact is nothing short of tyranny.
Instead, might protect rights. It is a
measure to safekeep the
sovereignty, the citizens, and the
territorial integrity when attempts
for diplomatic protests have failed.
In line with this, the Philippines
must urgently beseech its military
JAMISE JIRO G. PANCHO
might over the West Philippine
Grade 10 student Sea.
Carmona National High School
 in EDITORIAL
Writing
Use the “we” approach or the third
1 person, since an editorial represents
a group opinion.

Build the opinion from a newspeg. An

2 editorial is not just a mere opinion, but it is
pegged on news event, idea, or a news story.
 in EDITORIAL
Writing
For controversial issues, present both
3 sides; take up the advantages and
disadvantages. Ask the readers to decide
or come up with their opinion or concept.

If you need to take sides, be on the right track;

4 support and sustain good deeds, commend
exemplary actions or projects.
 in EDITORIAL
Writing
If you may attack, attack the
5 situation, the problem, or the issue
not the person.

While we can educate, inform, explain, and

6 influence readers through the editorial, we
have to avoid preaching.
 in EDITORIAL
Writing
We can use beautiful language as we
7 may, depending upon the purpose to
be achieved in writing the editorial.

The editorial title like the lead or the first

8 sentence or paragraph should be catchy or
one that attracts or compels readers to read
the story or material.
 in EDITORIAL
Writing
The conclusion should flow naturally
9 from the lead to the details and in the
development of the body of the story.

Like the feature story, the editorial should have

10 a catchy title, attractive lead, organized body,
and a conclusion that would help shape reader’s
opinion over issues and concerns presented.
❖ You didn’t take a stand.

❖ The argument was trite

and generalized.
❖ You asked too many
rhetorical questions
without stating any
opinion.
❖ You used quotes. One
quote is enough, or you
don’t need any.

❖ The wording was

pompous or pretentious.

❖ You turned into a preacher.

❖ You got off topic.

❖ Your arguments
lacked credibility.
 Make the lead
interesting to grab the
reader.
Provide strong
evidences to support
your stand.

Use active voice.

 Be mature, fair
and responsible.

Keys to a
Offer a solution.

Write in third person

most of the time; ‘we’
approach.
interpret
 Vaccine green lane?
by Philippine Star May 12, 2021

BioNTech, the German partner of US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer

in the development of the world’s groundbreaking COVID vaccine,
has finalized a deal to set up its Southeast Asian vaccine
production hub in Singapore. BioNTech expects the facility to be
operational by 2023, producing “several hundreds of millions” of
mRNA-based vaccine doses a year.
The deal follows the announcement last month of a partnership
between French pharmaceutical company Sanofi with the

interpret Economic Development Board of Singapore to set up a 400-

million-euro vaccine production facility in the city-state over the
next five years.
Both BioNTech and Sanofi said they picked Singapore because it is
an innovation hub with global connectivity and the needed talents
for the projects as well as, according to the German drugmaker,
the “perfect business climate.” BioNTech admitted that being the
host country, Singapore would get “a certain percentage” of the
vaccines produced.
R&R for terrorists
by Philippine Star May 13, 2021

The Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters has been tagged in numerous attacks
against both government and civilian targets, including participation in the
slaughter of 44 members of the police Special Action Force in Mamasapano,
Maguindanao in January 2015. In December last year, BIFF bandits had tried
taking control of Datu Piang town in Maguindanao. Last March, a bomb attack by
the group in Datu Saudi Ampatuan town left two persons dead and two others
wounded.

And yet when five truckloads of over 100 BIFF gunmen arrived last Friday in the
banana farming town of Datu Paglas also in Maguindanao, news reports said the
bandits were practically welcomed with open arms by the local government
ostensibly because it was Ramadan. A BIFF spokesman even said they were
merely in town to rest.

Resting for the group meant taking over the public market for about six hours as
government forces arrived to drive them out of town. The gunmen, according to
reports, were mostly young men up to age 25, with some believed to be only 15.

How can the state allow a group illegally bearing arms to “rest” at the expense of
a terrorized populace? Turning Datu Paglas into a place for BIFF rest and
recreation allows the bandits to replenish supplies and recharge their batteries,
boosting their strength and capabilities to further sow terror.
#’Unstoppable:’ Red Cross service shines during pandemic
by Manila Bulletin May 10, 2021

#’Unstoppable,’ a word that aptly describes the Chairman of the

Philippine Red Cross, Senator Richard Gordon, whose infectious
dynamism has animated thousands of volunteers in rendering
cheerful service to communities afflicted by disasters and
calamities.

Coronavirus infections have breached the million mark with a surge

in new cases, placing emergency and critical care facilities under
great pressure. In response, the Red Cross is setting up field
hospitals, quarantine facilities and scaling up existing testing
laboratories, public information campaigns and relief activities.

Everywhere the Red Cross sign is visible, people are assured that
the hard blows dealt by calamities and disasters will be softened by
the caring support extended by volunteers who are imbued with
the Filipino brand of malasakit, or compassionate care.
Open NCR to new ecozones
by Philippine Daily Inquirer May 10, 2021
The plea of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (Peza) for
Malacañang to lift the ban on new ecozones in Metro Manila
deserves serious consideration by the Duterte administration, for
many reasons. Foremost of these are that it can alleviate the glut in
office space in the capital, and help address the record-high
unemployment caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing
economic downturn.
Office vacancy in Metro Manila is projected to rise to 12.5 percent
this year, the worst since 2003, as many Philippine offshore gaming
operators streamed out of the country in the wake of COVID-19,
and a number of information technology-business process
outsourcing (IT-BPO) companies streamlined their office space
requirements, according to real estate services firm Colliers
International Philippines. Property consulting firm KMC Savills Inc.,
on the other hand, predicted that Metro Manila’s office property
space would breach the 10-percent vacancy rate for the first time in
more than a decade and remain at the double-digit level in the next
two years amid the challenging environment brought about by the
public health and economic crises.