Wordiness

Sentences in journalism should be short and concise. Readers don't like long sentences and sometimes the point can be made with fewer words anyway. Shorter sentences also provide more clarity where longer sentences can allow the reader to get lost.

Example: The Chicago Tribune April 11

Explanation:

The sentence could be shorter, causing it to flow better. It seems as though the two tracks aren't opposite as the sentence is written. One track wants stricter policies and the other one wants to unify a legislative package.

Revision:

The resulting parallel tracks --one to divide and another to unify legislature on implementing stricter policies or not--have created uncertainty and confusion both inside the administration and on Capitol Hill about where Trump is headed.