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Plain language makes it easier for the public to read, understand, and use government communications.
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What is plain language?
What is plain language?
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Federal plain language guidelines
The official writing guidelines for the Plain Writing Act of 2010.
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Resources
There are a variety of books, articles, videos, and journals that provide different perspectives on the value of plain language in areas as diverse as science, government regulation, and law.
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Create your own class
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The Elements of Plain Language
The Elements of Plain Language
Joe Kimble, a law professor and a major force in plain language in the United States, published this October 2002 article,
The Elements of Plain Language, in the
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