Channeling the President: A Conversation on Presidential Speechwriting

Thiessen, White House chief speechwriter under President George W. Bush, and Keenan, Director of Speechwriting under President Barack Obama, shared how presidential addresses are crafted and what it is like to work in the White House. As every voice is unique, they found success when they could deliver a message in the natural style of their boss. As well, they engaged with students in an entertaining thought experiment on writing for President Trump.

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