The editorial section of news publications are clearly distinguished from the "hard news" sections to avoid opinion being represented as news, and vice-versa. This section can include direct editorials from the publisher, as well as essays from columnists hired by the publication to represent a particular viewpoint on a variety of issues. | The editorial section of news publications are clearly distinguished from the "hard news" sections to avoid opinion being represented as news, and vice-versa. This section can include direct editorials from the publisher, as well as essays from columnists hired by the publication to represent a particular viewpoint on a variety of issues. |