by Rob Cottingham | Mar 16, 2006 | Politics, Speechwriting
I don’t know much about state senate races in Maryland. I do know a great quotation when I see one… and Jamie Raskin, a constitutional law professor running in the Democratic primary, has just assured himself a place in the next edition of any half-decent... by Rob Cottingham | Mar 15, 2006 | Politics, Speechwriting
When the British government put out the call for a new speechwriter to manage the troubled health dossier, they offered a salary ranging from about £38,000 to £56,543. That in turn provoked gasps of outrage throughout the British media and blogosphere (any... by Rob Cottingham | Mar 11, 2006 | Speechwriting
You’re preparing a PowerPoint presentation, and you have this slide, and you think, “You know what would go nicely right about here? An arrow…” Hold it right there, buckaroo. Before you go any further, read this post by Joel at Hyde Park... by Rob Cottingham | Mar 11, 2006 | Culture, Arts and Popcorn, Speechwriting
The mixed reviews for Jon Stewart’s Oscar-hosting performance last weekend may reflect a dilemma I’ve noticed with many speakers. They get only tepid response from their audiences during their prepared remarks, but wow ’em during the Q and A... by Rob Cottingham | Mar 10, 2006 | Politics, Speechwriting
It’s good to see NDP MP Dennis Bevington is gaining momentum in his quest to have Canada’s motto changed to “From sea to sea to sea”. And it brings back some fond memories. When I was working for Audrey McLaughlin, we often joked about her... by Rob Cottingham | Mar 1, 2006 | Communicating, Politics, Vancouver
David Emerson has apologized: These past several days have been a difficult time for my family and me. I know many of my constituents are having difficulty with the choice I have made. To those of you who are upset with my decision – I apologize. However, I did...