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The NPR Politics Podcast

Obama's Speechwriter On The Power Of Presidential Rhetoric

Sep 15, 2022
Cody Keenan, former chief speechwriter for President Barack Obama and author of "Grace: President Obama and Ten Days in the Battle for America," shares insights on the art of presidential rhetoric. He discusses the emotional weight of crafting a eulogy after the Charleston shooting, contrasting Obama’s compassion with Trump’s confrontational style. The conversation also touches on the importance of effective communication in addressing political polarization and energizing younger voters, highlighting hope in the American narrative.
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