Publication: Bolts Magazine
Topics: Politics, Criminal Justice, Voting Rights, Local Elections, Social Justice
Rate: Around $800+ per article
Deadline: Rolling
Submit Via: Email — pitches@boltsmag.org

What They’re Looking For:
Bolts Magazine publishes deep, investigative stories about democracy, local politics, criminal justice reform, and voting rights in the U.S. They focus on underreported local issues shaping justice systems and elections — especially those with national implications.

Writers should bring original reporting, sharp analysis, and community-driven stories that expose the realities of power, justice, and reform at the local level.

Resources/Guides:
Pitching guidelines: https://boltsmag.org/pitch-us/

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