In the latest and final episode of this series of 'States of Mind’, RTÉ's Jackie Fox and Sean Whelan dig deeper into what Trump 2.0 means with former speechwriter for Barack Obama, Terry Szuplat, and Republican strategist Michael Ricci. (Starts at minute 9:40)
Read more »Terry Szuplat, a Democratic presidential speechwriter, described Trump’s inaugural address as a “war speech,” noting the president’s use of terms such as “liberation day” and “invasion.” “If you’re among the … Americans who voted for him, this is a day of hope,” he said. “If you’re among the majority of Americans who voted for someone else, this is a day of dread.”
Read more »Terry Szuplat speaks with NPR's Tamara Keith about how eulogies can reveal as much about the speaker as about the person being honored.
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What makes a great speech? Terry Szuplat speaks with BBC News and leading speechwriters from the UK.
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Read more »Terry Szuplat, who served as a speech writer for all eight years of the Obama presidency, said that when the moment comes, Harris ought to lean into “one of the most effective issues for Democrats,” namely abortion access. “She has tremendous opportunities now to bring the party together, to point to a way forward with energy and vigor,” Szuplat told RCP, and “to change the fundamentals.”
Read more »Terry Szuplat, former speechwriter to Barack Obama, provides his unique perspective as preparations are underway for Pres. Joe Biden and GOP’s Donald Trump’s debate Thursday night.
Read more »Terry Szuplat, former speechwriter for President Barack Obama, adjunct professor of political speechwriting at American University, and author of the upcoming book: "Say It Well: Find Your Voice, Speak Your Mind, Inspire Any Audience" shares his perspective on tonight's presidential debate.
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