editorials are usually published on a special page, called the editorial page. this often features letters to the editor from members of the public. the page opposite this page is called the op-ed page (opposite the editorial); and has opinion pieces by writers not employed by the publication. however, a newspaper may choose to publish an editorial on the front page. in the english-language press, this occurs rarely and only on topics considered very important; it is more common, however, in some european countries such as spain, italy, and france.