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August 8, 2025

There is no such thing as a nonpolitical speech by a politician.

Richard Nixon (1913–1994), American politician and president, address to Radio-Television Executives Society, 14 September 1955, Jay p.274

Before every speaking engagement—especially after you are (or were) first elected, do you ask yourself whom you want to impress in your audience, and what you need to say to do so? Or are you above taking the trouble?

Absolutely true! Failure to heed the sub-text of Nixon’s words can make you a “one-term wonder”.


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