Speech Science

After the Lincoln-Douglas debates made Abraham Lincoln a nationally recognized politician, Illinois papers began to mention Lincoln as a Republican candidate for president in 1859. Lincoln was humbled, though a bit dumbfounded. Lacking any administrative experience, Lincoln wasn't sure he would enjoy being president, but even being considered was a great honor, and he quietly thought the idea over. In fact, Lincoln was still not considered a real option for the nomination until he delivered a speech at New York City's Cooper Union in February, 1860.

On April 3, 1968, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stood at the pulpit of Mason Temple in Memphis, Tennessee, and delivered what would be his final speech. Voiced in support of the Memphis Sanitation Worker’s Strike, Dr. King's words continue to be powerful and relevant as workers continue to organize, unionize, and strike across various industries today. Withstanding the test of time, this speech serves as a galvanizing call to create and maintain unity among all people.

Victoria und der Höhlenbär leben zusammen in einer Höhle im Zauberwald. Sie ist ein ganz normales Mädchen. Sie ist verträumt, liebevoll, kümmert sich um die Kleinen und Schwachen, hat ein Herz für jedes Tier in Not. Sie ist neugierig, lebhaft, schlau und hat für jedes Problem didie richtige Lösung. Ein ganz normales Mädchen eben. Oder?! ;-) Ihr zur Seite steht ihr großer Freund, der Höhlenbär. Was? Höhlenbären gibt es nicht? Nun ja, es gab sie einmal tatsächlich vor langer Zeit. Sie lebten in Höhlen und waren wild und frei! Solch einen großen und wilden Freund hat Victoria, fragt ihr euch? Ja, es stimmt.

"The problem with political jokes is they get elected." Let's look at some of the best and the brightest (funniest) moments in our recent political and social history, quotes from the leaders that we so look up to and admire, and even a few celebrities. Why do we give them our undying attention, faith, and hope? Why not pay closer attention to who we're letting speak for and guide us?