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Politics as Unusual: Love, Not Hate in Political Speeches
Politics. Can't live with 'em. Can't... I just can't. I will write speeches for good people who want good things who are willing to say it all in a good way. There are two major ways to write a political speech. Ask most people, and they'll say, "Please, no more...
Speech Tip: Danger, Will Robinson! Danger! (Speeches Aren’t Safe)
Speeches aren't safe. To the contrary. Speakers have been killed because of how afraid others were/are of their message. Scorn can happen as well, which can be intimidating. Either way, say what you believe and then stand by it. Free Speech This isn't a free speech...
White Lies in an Age of Dishonesty
HONESTY: Hope Hicks admitted to lying. Do you remember? Horrible? Yes, but the thing is, she's admitted something we like to pretend (but certainly know) that our leaders don't do. That doesn't give her a pass. She lied. Period. Lying in whatever shape is deplorable....
Speech Tip: Set the Bar High (The Big O)
Speech Tip: Set the Bar High (The Big O) Have you ever gotten a standing ovation? It's a hard to describe feeling, but when someone receives one, they know. And they know they want another. It is like laughter to a comedian. It is a buzz like no other. No speechwriter...
Thoughts on MLK’s Dream
At American Speechwriter, I'm in the business of writing speeches. Millions of speeches are delivered each year written by people like me or by the speaker themselves. Most are lost in the wind, but a few genuinely influence the world. This one: I Have a Dream –...
Speech Tip: Fold Your Speech?
You've seen the guy reach into his suit coat and pull out his speech. Maybe it is a little dog-eared. A tiny rip barely seen in the audience? What confidence! It is folded as you would for a letter in an envelope. He unveils his glorious speech section-by-section,...
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