Historic Speeches - Articles & Primary Sources - Manchester COMM 1301: Historic Speeches - Library at Connecticut State Community College

The following databases are recommended to locate commentary, analysis, and historical context of historic speeches.

Here are some suggested keywords or phrases to try:

Name of the speaker (ex., Hillary Clinton, Nelson Mandela)
Title of the Speech (ex., FDR's First Inaugural Address, Women's Rights are Human Rights) - Pro tip! Use quotation marks if you would like to search for an exact phrase.
Other keyword suggestions: Oratory, Rhetoric, Style, Delivery, Speeches, Communication, Messaging, Addresses, Criticism, Analysis

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