NATIONAL COLUMNISTS’ DAY – April 18
Tue Apr 18th

National Columnists' Day

Both newspaper columnists and their contributions to the truth in black and white were honored on National Columnists' Day on April 18th.

Columnists have the ability to elicit a slew of emotions that often result in action. It is their intention, which many may not know. If their readers are not moved by their column, they haven't done their jobs.

Some columnists lighten the mood or play a part, with their own brand of humor or satire. Some people have a different viewpoint, hard facts, and solid evidence. Any columnist's hard work connects them to the world, regardless of their style or approach.

At several a breakfast table, well-known columnists have undoubtedly sparked ire and laughter. When commenting on today's gossip, they poke fun and holes at political figures. They may also post a little bit of gossip depending on their field of expertise. Readers were entertained by Walter Winchell, Molly Ivins, Mauly Ivins, Mauly Ivins, Mauly Safire, Dave Barry, and Ernie Pyle's wit and wisdom as they addressed fashion, movies, politics, sports, education, finance, sports, education, or family affairs. Columnists fuel debate and encourage us to consider our positions.

How to celebrate #nationalcolumnistsday

  • We celebrate by thanking all those who do the study and write the columns that we read each day
  • Give your favorite columnist or newspaper writer a shout-out
  • Learn more about Ernie Pyle, the war correspondent and newspaper columnist
  • Using the hashtag #NationalColumnistDay, join the discussion on social media using #NationalColumnistDay

History of national columnists' day has influenced national columnists' day

On April 18th, the National Society of Newspaper Columnists, which was established in 1977, sponsors and promotes National Columnists' Day annually. Ernie Pyle, a Pulitzer Prize-winning war correspondent who died while on duty in Okinawa, Japan, died on this same day in 1945.

Columnist FAQ

Q. Do columnists write different types of papers? Q. Do columnists write different kinds of papers?

Columnists in A. Columnists write on a variety of topics in their columns. They may specialize in one area or cover a broader topic. Among the topics covered in columns are:: Some topics covered in columns include:: Some topics covered in columns include::

  • Politics
  • Book, music, art, sculpture, or restaurant critiques are all based on restaurant, music, art, or restaurant reviews
  • Gossip
  • Advice
  • Fashion
  • Sports
  • Local events
  • Humor
  • Education
  • Cooking

Q. Who were some prominent columnists?

A. Many columnists have graced local and national newspapers. A. Many columnists have graced local and national newspapers. This list falls short of showcasing them, but here are a few to get you started: This list falls short of showcasing them, but here are a few to get you started.

  • Dave Barry
  • Garrison Keillor
  • Noam Chomsky
  • Ann Coulter
  • Dave Kopel
  • Mary Schmich
  • Oliver North