I personally do not want to hear from more people per se, but would like better letters. 
People with opinions are limitless: I prefer letters containing thoughtful contributions. 

Those with original suggestions, educational missives not just opinions may not be able to flesh out and share ideas for change and may refrain from writing paltry 200 word LTEs. Such is the dumbing down of America and dumping of citizen's scarce ability to provide bona fide journalistic contribs. I hope RG revises the policy. If wanting to read more than a fair share of trivial comments on nada, read Facebook. I think RG needs to re-think this decision. Please.

An idea: allow letters up to 250 words but publish only longer ones that make a substantial point or opinion that needs aired.

Pls. consider this recommendation! And reduce font size on Sun. editorial, voila, more space for citizen journalism. Since RG is now a public benefit corporation they should get more creative by inviting in citizens.