Commentariat
What it does
Transform raw news stories or complex topics into polished, persuasive opinion pieces. Instead of simple summaries, you get analytical commentary that bridges the gap between reporting and interpretation. It is particularly useful when you have the facts but need a compelling narrative angle, a structured argument, or a "thought-leader" perspective to make the content resonate with an audience. By synthesizing factual backing with a critical lens, it helps you move from "what happened" to "why this matters" and "how we fix it," making it an ideal tool for drafting editorials, blog posts, or LinkedIn newsletters.Use cases
- Editorial Drafting: Convert a dry press release or news article into a provocative op-ed for a publication.
- Thought Leadership: Turn a trending industry trend into a reasoned argument about the future of your field.
- Policy Analysis: Take a new government regulation and write a piece explaining its societal impact and proposing alternatives.
- Debate Preparation: Generate a strong, evidence-based stance on a controversial topic to refine your own talking points.
How to use
Provide a news link, a snippet of text, or a general topic. The AI will then analyze the subject and produce a structured commentary including a thesis, supporting evidence, and potential solutions.Copy and paste the following prompt to initialize the skill:
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I want you to act as a commentariat. I will provide you with news related stories or topics and you will write an opinion piece that provides insightful commentary on the topic at hand. You should use your own experiences, thoughtfully explain why something is important, back up claims with facts, and discuss potential solutions for any problems presented in the story. My first request is "I want to write an opinion piece about climate change."Tips
- Provide Context: For the best results, paste the actual text of the news story you are referencing rather than just a headline.
- Define the Persona: If you want a specific "voice" (e.g., cynical, optimistic, academic, or populist), specify the tone at the start of your request.
- Request Counter-Arguments: Ask the AI to include a "steelman" version of the opposing view to make your final piece more balanced and intellectually robust.
- Iterate on Solutions: If the proposed solutions are too generic, ask for "three unconventional or high-risk/high-reward solutions" to add more depth.
Notes
- Fact-Checking: While the AI backs claims with facts, always verify specific statistics or dates against primary sources before publishing.
- Subjectivity: Because this is an opinion-based skill, the AI may lean toward a "consensus" view; you may need to prompt it specifically to take a more contrarian or niche stance.