Presidential candidates have delivered some pretty ‘meh’ speeches this race. Here’s why.

Presidential candidates have delivered some pretty ‘meh’ speeches this race. Here’s why.

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Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally Monday, March 7, 2016, in Madison, Miss. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson); Credit: Brynn Anderson/AP

A command of the English language is an essential qualification for any commander-in-chief.

The right words delivered in just the right way can secure them a place in history.

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So, naturally, one might think that this election season there would also be some stirring oratory.

Sadly, this is not the case, argues writer Seth Stevenson. In a recent piece for Slate, Stevenson asks the question: what happened to elegantly crafted speeches?

Take Two put that question to Dylan Loewe. He’s the former speechwriter for Vice President Joe Biden.

Press the blue play button above to hear the interview.