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Originally posted by skywalker:
People excuse his inability to be coherent at times as being just like an average person, folksy, and unpolished. I call it being unprofessional, unprepared, and embarrassing. I guess it's all in the interpretation.
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I guess so, but I do think you're being a little bit harsh, and perhaps trying to get a few shots in on Bush whenever possible. But I'll refrain from outright accusations.
Public speaking is a really tough job, especially when done in a presidential context. Bush isn't amazingly eloquent, but then most people arn't. Despite what you may think of his policies and actions as a president, cut him a little bit of slack when it comes to his speaking abilities. No degree of preparedness or 'professionalism' can dispell instinctual nerves when you are put on the podium in front of millions (and in some cases billions) of viewers. It aint easy, and he makes a good go of it.
[ 04-15-2004, 05:52 AM: Message edited by: The Hierophant ]