All major presidential speeches are laden with symbolism. This time, the symbolism was especially potent, pervading not only the speech and the surrounding ceremonies, but Congress and beyond. Continue reading Congressional “Dating” and the Power of Symbolism
Tag Archives: Communication
Sticks and Stones? No. Words Matter.
In the wake of the horrific shooting of Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, I’ve been thinking a lot about how the words that we’ve been using in our political discourse may have impacted the situation. Continue reading Sticks and Stones? No. Words Matter.
2010 Communication Hits and Misses
Every year, I compile a list of who’s been naughty and who’s been nice as a speaker or communicator. Following is the 2010 list of winners and losers… Continue reading 2010 Communication Hits and Misses