Presidential Speechwriting and Poetry
Presidential speechwriters and poets examined the speaking styles and speeches of presidents and politician. Speakers included David Litt,… read more
Presidential speechwriters and poets examined the speaking styles and speeches of presidents and politician. Speakers included David Litt, a speechwriter for former President Obama; Mary Kate Cary, speechwriter for former President George H.W. Bush; former poet laureate Robert Pinsky; and Poetry Foundation president Henry Bienen. close
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