What do you think of Obama's speaking style?

Apart from what he says, a lot of people have been very impressed by how Obama speaks. He is very smooth and poised and projects confidence. I voted for him and as presidents go he speaks well, but that is not setting the bar very high. I find that he lacks warmth. The message I get from the speaking style is, “Don’t worry, I can handle this.”

Ronald Reagan has been dubbed “The Great Communicator,” but I always detected a lot of anger.

My favorite presidential speaking style is Franklin Roosevelt. When I hear recordings of his fireside chats, I always feel as if I am being included. While his diction reflects the wealth he was born into, he has a warmth and sincerity that is all inclusive.