Tag Archives: Writers
Introducing…Wordsmith Wednesday
Words fascinate me. I think that to be called a wordsmith is one of the highest compliments imaginable. “Wordsmith” makes me think of olden days, when you were a silversmith by trade. Crafting silver was your art, your day in, … Continue reading
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How to Win Olympic Gold
Regardless of your political persuasion, it’s hard to deny the brilliance and wit of George Will. His most recent article, published today in the Houston Chronicle, is a great example of rhetorical criticism. It also discusses what and what not … Continue reading
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William Safire, An Inspiration
William Safire, the noted presidential speechwriter and Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist, died on Sunday at the age of 79. The New York Times provides an excellent overview of Mr. Safire’s life here and you can read The Wall Street Journal obituary here. … Continue reading
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