Each week, The Santa Barbara Independent publishes a handful of letters in our print edition, many more letters online at Independent.com. Op-eds called a “Voice” are also published in both forums, ...

We welcome letters on topics of public relevance and debate. Please include an address and daytime telephone number for verification. Letters: Limit your letter to 200 words; we accept no more ...

before you copy in your letter, which publication you wish to submit your letter to: Sun Newspapers or The Plain Dealer. And please continue to keep in mind that letters should be no longer than ...