Tag Archive: International Plain Language Day

Oct
15

Getting Started in Plain Language

Plain language in government is clear communication that the public can understand and use.

By guest blogger, Dr. Annetta L. Cheek, Board Chair for the Center for Plain Language. October 13 was International Plain Language Day, the anniversary of the President’s signing the Plain Writing Act in 2010. So now is a good time to start writing in a plainer, more direct style. Think about your readers—what do they really …

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