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Speechwriting in perspective : a brief guide to effective and persuasive communication, Thomas H. Neale, Dana Ely
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- Summary
- The frequent delivery of public remarks by Senators and Representatives is an important element of their roles as community leaders, spokespersons, and freely elected legislators. Congressional staff are often called on to help prepare draft remarks for such purposes. Writing for the spoken word is a special discipline; it requires that congressional speechwriters' products be written primarily, although not exclusively, to be heard, not read. Speeches are better cast in simple, direct, and often short sentences that can be easily understood by listeners. Rhetorical devices such as repetition, variation, cadence, and balance are available to, and should be used by, the speechwriter. It is important for speechwriters to analyze audiences according to factors such as age; gender; profession; size of audience; political affiliation, if any; and the occasion for, and purpose of, the speech. Most effective speeches do not exceed 20 minutes in length. After research a topic, speechwriters should prepare an outline from which the speech will be developed. They should strive to maintain a clear theme throughout the speech. Most speeches will have a three-part structure consisting of an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. The accepted style of contemporary American public address is natural, direct, low key, casual, and conversational. This puts listeners at ease and promotes a sense of community between the audience and speaker. Punctuation should reflect the sound structure of the speech, reinforcing the rhythm and pace of actual speech. Clarity of expression is as important a consideration in speech grammar as rigid adherence to rules for written language. Effective delivery can greatly improve a speech. Congressional speechwriters should make every effort to become familiar with the speaking style of the Member for whom they are writing, and adjust their drafts accordingly
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- eng
- Extent
- 22 pages
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- "Updated April 12, 2007."
- Title from title screen (viewed June 13, 2007)
- Label
- Speechwriting in perspective : a brief guide to effective and persuasive communication
- Title
- Speechwriting in perspective
- Title remainder
- a brief guide to effective and persuasive communication
- Statement of responsibility
- Thomas H. Neale, Dana Ely
- Language
- eng
- Summary
- The frequent delivery of public remarks by Senators and Representatives is an important element of their roles as community leaders, spokespersons, and freely elected legislators. Congressional staff are often called on to help prepare draft remarks for such purposes. Writing for the spoken word is a special discipline; it requires that congressional speechwriters' products be written primarily, although not exclusively, to be heard, not read. Speeches are better cast in simple, direct, and often short sentences that can be easily understood by listeners. Rhetorical devices such as repetition, variation, cadence, and balance are available to, and should be used by, the speechwriter. It is important for speechwriters to analyze audiences according to factors such as age; gender; profession; size of audience; political affiliation, if any; and the occasion for, and purpose of, the speech. Most effective speeches do not exceed 20 minutes in length. After research a topic, speechwriters should prepare an outline from which the speech will be developed. They should strive to maintain a clear theme throughout the speech. Most speeches will have a three-part structure consisting of an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. The accepted style of contemporary American public address is natural, direct, low key, casual, and conversational. This puts listeners at ease and promotes a sense of community between the audience and speaker. Punctuation should reflect the sound structure of the speech, reinforcing the rhythm and pace of actual speech. Clarity of expression is as important a consideration in speech grammar as rigid adherence to rules for written language. Effective delivery can greatly improve a speech. Congressional speechwriters should make every effort to become familiar with the speaking style of the Member for whom they are writing, and adjust their drafts accordingly
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- SNM
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- Neale, Thomas H
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- no index present
- Literary form
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- Nature of contents
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- Ely, Dana
- Library of Congress
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- CRS report for Congress
- Series volume
- 98-170 GOV
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- Speechwriting
- Public speaking
- Public speaking
- Speechwriting
- Label
- Speechwriting in perspective : a brief guide to effective and persuasive communication, Thomas H. Neale, Dana Ely
- Note
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- "Updated April 12, 2007."
- Title from title screen (viewed June 13, 2007)
- Bibliography note
- Includes bibliographical references
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- online resource
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- 144418687
- Extent
- 22 pages
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- online
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- Label
- Speechwriting in perspective : a brief guide to effective and persuasive communication, Thomas H. Neale, Dana Ely
- Note
-
- "Updated April 12, 2007."
- Title from title screen (viewed June 13, 2007)
- Bibliography note
- Includes bibliographical references
- Carrier category
- online resource
- Carrier category code
-
- cr
- Carrier MARC source
- rdacarrier
- Content category
- text
- Content type code
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- txt
- Content type MARC source
- rdacontent
- Control code
- 144418687
- Extent
- 22 pages
- Form of item
- online
- Media category
- computer
- Media MARC source
- rdamedia
- Media type code
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- c
- Other physical details
- digital, PDF file.
- System control number
- (OCoLC)144418687
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- Mode of access: World Wide Web
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