Controversial Freelance Writing Topics

Exceptional freelance writers are often controversial with their choice of topic, and many of them are also not afraid to challenge conventional thinking. Their focus is not so much about making themselves somewhat unpopular with a certain topic, but more about expressing views that they feel quite strongly about.
Should freelance writing in any case, not primarily be for the enjoyment and fun of it, whilst also learning from the feedback coming from your readers or other audiences? One of the best ways in which we learn is undoubtedly through the comments that are delivered by readers from all corners of the world. It is often that one or two people comment on a more regular basis as well as engaging in constructive criticism, and this is what all writers should readily embrace.
Have you ever looked at the work of seasoned writers in daily or weekly online newspaper columns and probably seen twenty plus comments in one day? From an editorial point of view, the amount of comments should not only be seen as linked to the popularity of the writer, but also the engagement factor and relevance of the topic. It is accepted that not everyone reads everything, but editorial staff should try to read as much of the work as possible. They should also comment if it comes across as good or not, even if just to give well deserved and ample recognition to the writer occupying the centre stage at the time.
The question that arise now is whether a controversial freelance topic is then really only for a certain group of writers, seasoned critics, creative writing students or journalists? Some views on this matter is that there should be a recognised platform or a place where anyone can come to express themselves and feel free to write on a topic of choice. Such a forum could have a sub-category for new members who have been around for longer than three months, as they will usually have no recognition or criticism received for current or previous work.
Again, it will be incumbent on especially editorial management and also seasoned writers to give the beginners and aspirant authors, the opportunity to start somewhere and not for one moment try and curtail exposure due the controversial nature of the topic. Raw talent and exceptional freelance writing should be embraced rather than being crucified, or could this be wrong? Certain smart writers will most probably disagree, but this is what the world of a freelancer is all about. Always engage with both your audience and critics as long as you get your point across in an eloquent manner, and without deliberately wanting to offend others.