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Stymied by Congress early on in his term while trying to advance his climate policies, President Obama has resorted to taking incremental actions that don’t need congressional approval. Mitt Romney doesn’t mention climate change in his energy plan, and favors cheap energy sources like coal.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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Since becoming president, Obama’s rhetorical triumphs have been just that: moving speeches delivered on ceremonial occasions. When it comes to policy and attempts to move public opinion, the silver-tongued Obama has largely been absent.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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The Not-So-Great Communicator: Is Obama Overrated As A Speaker?
Mitt Romney’s style during the GOP debates and the first presidential debate was fact-filled and assertive, as he tried to demonstrate his mastery of data. Expect more of that Tuesday night. It’s a style consistent with someone who’s made a lot of corporate boardroom pitches.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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Romney’s Business Skills Evident In His Strong Debating Style
The Republican nominee’s campaign says the Obama administration has sent mixed signals. President Obama’s top aides say that’s not so. That’s likely to again be a point of disagreement during Tuesday’s debate.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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Debate Preview: Romney Aide On How GOP Nominee Would Confront Iran
In this presidential election, neither candidate is talking much about cleaning up the air or protecting scenic lands. Instead, the debate is about whether and how much environmental regulations hurt businesses.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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On The Campaign Trail, Regulations Dominate The Environmental Debate
At Cranbrook School for Boys, Mitt Romney and his classmates “lived by the bell” and wore coats and ties to dinner. Romney made his mark at the prestigious private school, but a former classmate says, “you never saw Mitt and said, ‘That’s the governor’s son.’ He was one of the guys, quite honestly.”» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us
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