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democrank

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4. Beshear's suggestion that we speak like normal human beings

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Wed Nov 26, 2025, 12:44 AM

Nov 26

makes so much sense to me. Forget consultant speak. Our message should be straightforward, easy to understand, using everyday words. Think of the misconceptions about the word woke, for example.

Pete Buttigieg comes to mind. His messages are clear, direct and easy to understand. Senator Kelly’s recent message about his service to his country was also direct and easy to understand.Eric Swalwell speaks similarly as does Jasmine Crockett. When they have finished speaking we know what they said. Keep it simple. Use everyday words. Hungry, not food insecure.

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This slap in the face to rural America is a chance to turn it blue - Andy Beshear WaPo [View all] question everything Nov 25 OP

Hmmm... Fiendish Thingy Nov 25 #1

Several weeks ago he appeard on Bill Maher but was not impressive question everything Nov 25 #3

simple message - democrats gave you health care, republicans took it away nt msongs Nov 25 #2

Beshear's suggestion that we speak like normal human beings democrank Nov 26 #4