On Duffy yesterday Nanos, Weston and some communication's expert basically made the point, brought on by Weston's column earlier in the week, that Dion's English is what is limiting his effectiveness as a leader. I read Weston's column and I thought it was a little crass, but the main premise was correct. On Duffy's panel they pointed out that he uses too many complicated words and phrases that do not come off to well. Furthermore, Dion's speaking style is too wooden and fails to inspire, which is the most basic of skills for a politician. In addition, his speeches are too long, which make them harder to rehurse. Duceppe and Chretien have obvious problems in English, but they simplified their approach and speak from the heart which has proven to be effective. In the age of the sound bite as the panel described, being able to communicate effectively is key. Duh.
To me Dion's pronunciation, besides the odd slip, is not bad, but I believe that he speaks too deliberately, probably too cognisant of making a slip. I think he needs to simplify his message, speak more passionately, stop worrying about making a slip and less from a script. If you remember back to the leadership debates that was the style that he used and that was what won over delegates. Since he became leader he has tried to come off too prime ministerial, but I think he needs to start acting like an Opposition Leader and speak more from the heart. If his advisors and himself do not fix this basic problem, then there is no point trying to act prime ministerial, because he will never become one.
A note to any Cons that want to respond to this post, spare me the childish cookie cutter remarks. Thanks.
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you hit it right on the nose, my concern is the talk of loosing this election to get rid of dion, not sure thats a good idea, in my opinion, if harp gets a majority, we will see the true agenda, and I just dont beleive thats what represents Canada, but then it will be to late to do anything about it...I hate to say this but by now, dion is tainted and for the good of the people if not the party...he should resign on his own...
sorry but he wont resign, "liberal leaders all become prime minister" prevents him from doing it, the good of the people and the party is secondary. (sarcasm)
Dion will be the leader for the next election like it or not. The reality is that Libs need to get behind Dion and the party as it quite frankly can not financially afford to have another convention. The leadership contenders are still trying to pay off their debts from the last one. In the meantime, it is up to Dion to listen to his party, improve his communication skills and for everyone in the party to give it its best shot. However, there is not much time, as the next election will probably happen before the next budget.
cookie cutter remarks?
but dion is a eerrro
Chretien was worse at first, but he covered it up with his sense of humour - Dion needs to lighten up. Remember, Canadians love humour.
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