'Big Gay Rainbow' – NZ Parliament. The Power of Speech

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An entertaining speech is typically brief, memorable, positive, straightforward and upbeat. Occasionally, humorous and engaging speeches are given in serious circumstances. In 2013 New Zealand MP Maurice Williamson gave an unorthodox parliamentary speech during a debate to include same-sex couples in the legal definition of marriage. It went viral, making news headlines around the world. This program analyses the language, structure and presentation techniques Williamson uses to achieve his purpose.

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16 min 17 sec

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