speeches

I'm somewhat in the communication business. I give a lot of speeches and I'm interested in politics so I thought I'd give some brief comments on the political speeches I've heard at the conventions.


From best to worst

Sarah Palin- charming, funny, devastating to those who were so against her and unfairly picked on her, good attack on Obama, no nonsense. I especially liked the part where she talked about people in little towns.

Obama-eloquent, Obama sees a bigger picture than most, he is loved by many in our country but seems naive about evil governments in this world who hate us, I wonder if people who listen to him realize the intricate nuances in what he is saying.

Rudy-the best concept with his analogy of two resume's in your hand, and who is more qualified for the job. He had good energy and reacted well with the crowd.

President Bush-strong, believable, a little awkward, he should have given the speech in person. He is not a great speaker but he is still the most powerful person in the world and his words are significant.

Joe Lieberman--best character reference for McCain. Lieberman is one of the most honorable people I know of in Washington, his words were made more powerful and significant considering he was the Democratic candidate for VP with Gore.


McCain-his life is a great story and it lets everyone know that what you see is what you get, he is believable in that he wants to change Washington and will do what is right for the people instead of following the party line, it's consistent with what he's been about his whole career.


Hillary-radiant, supportive of what her party wanted but didn't it seem like she still wanted the party to switch to her? I would have rated her higher if I thought her speech influenced anyone or mattered that much.

Bill Clinton-didn't see it, didn't want to see it

Cindy McCain-she's believable but has an artiificial speaker's tone, too melodramatic, she's much more likeable when she speaks off the cuff.


Michelle Obama-defensive, unconvincing, not believable, she's much better smiling at Obama's side

Thompson-he went on and on about the McCain family's independence and demerits in the military but Fred, be more specific about how this does the American people any good.

Biden-tied with Thompson for last place. What a drag.