Letter policy

... On topics of general public interest are welcomed.

... To be considered for publication must include the writer's name, address and daytime telephone number.

... Must be 250 words or less.

... May be mailed, faxed or e-mailed. The mail address is Letters, Southeast Missourian, P.O. Box 699, Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63702. The fax number is 573-334-7288. The e-mail address is Letters@semissourian.com.

One letter each month from each writer.

These guidelines notwithstanding, the editor will make the final determination on the suitability of all letters submitted for publication.