Political Columnists and Writers

Experience working as a writer will be useful for those who aspire to enter the field. You may have to volunteer your services to acquire published clips before getting paid. Contact newspapers, magazines, and popular blogs to offer your services.

Being a political columnist requires curiosity, a genuine interest in people, the ability to write clearly and succinctly, and the strength to thrive under deadline pressure. But as a political columnist, you will also require a certain wit and wisdom, the compunction to express strong opinions, and the ability to take apart an issue and debate it. Politics stir great emotion in people and therefore you should be able to sustain severe criticism for your content.