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Document · part of 3. Hard news and features, then write something

3(c). Read a journalist's autobiography, then write about them

Optional May not apply Often forgotten

This may not apply to you. You have not answered "Requirement 3: which ONE of the four writing routes?" yet. Answer it and this step will either settle or drop off.

What you learned and the contributions they made to journalism. Needs your parent or guardian's permission and your counselor's approval first, and a book you have to get hold of.

Note. This route needs a book you have to obtain, a journalist's autobiography, as well as both permissions. Start looking early; the library route is free but not instant.

Where this step comes from

  1. Journalism Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-12-31), Requirement 3(c)

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