TLDR: <\/b>The article analyzes Hakeem Jeffries’ speech, highlighting rhetorical techniques of repetition and poetic rhythm to emphasize the Democrats’ continuous efforts at bipartisanship and governance for the people.<\/p>\n
So What? <\/b>Politicians and pro wrestlers best understand classical rhetoric. That\u2019s not a criticism\u2026 we can learn a lot about the fairly simple techniques we, as marketers, can use to engage our audience.<\/p>\n
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October, 2023. In a startling turn of events, former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (CA 23) was removed from his position through a motion put forward by members of the Republican Party. In the following weeks, the Republicans struggled to propose a candidate palatable to the caucus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n That is, until October 25th, when the party united to elect Representative Mike Johnson (LA 4) to the position.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n During the interim period, there were contentious debates regarding different candidates and the priorities of Congress to speedily elect officials that could serve the will of the people. The Democratic Speaker candidate (and Minority Leader) Hakeem Jeffries spoke often about this duty<\/span>, and the willingness of those on the left to compromise on a moderate candidate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n After Johnson\u2019s ascension to the position, Jeffries delivered a key speech on his commitment to bi-partisan efforts to continue the work of the house. In this speech, he emphasizes the necessity of unity to represent the electorate’s will. (You can watch the video below, or <\/span>read the transcript here<\/span><\/a>.)<\/span><\/p>\n