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Writer's pictureMICHAEL OPPONG-AMPONSAH

EDITORIAL CRITIQUE BY MICHAEL OPPONG-AMPONSAH

You are welcome to our generation where the pen is indeed mightier than the sword, and the power of words has the ability to transform lives. The blank page stares at us. In the stillness of our minds, a world awaits.


After months of drama and speculations, we now know the running mates for the two main political parties

Here is the comparison, contrast, and editorial critique of both speeches (Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh):


Comparison and Contrast:


Both speeches are political in nature, addressing party loyalists and emphasizing unity and support.

Dr. Prempeh's speech focuses on the achievements of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the NPP, while Professor Opoku's speech presents an opposing view, criticizing the government's policies and actions.


Tone: Dr. Prempeh's speech is optimistic and celebratory, while Professor Opoku's speech is critical and concerned.


Language: Dr. Prempeh uses more colloquial language and local phrases, while Professor Opoku's speech is more formal and technical.


Policy proposals: Dr. Prempeh highlights the government's achievements, while Professor Opoku presents alternative solutions to address the country's challenges.


Editorial Critique:


Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh's speech is a classic example of a political speech aimed at rallying party support. While it effectively highlights the government's achievements, it lacks depth and fails to address pressing concerns. The speech relies heavily on rhetoric, using phrases like "we have done more" without providing concrete evidence.


On the other hand, Professor Jane Nana Opoku's speech presents a refreshingly critical perspective, challenging the government's policies and actions. Her speech is well-structured and evidence-based, offering alternative solutions to address the country's challenges. However, her speech could benefit from a more inclusive tone, acknowledging the complexities of the issues rather than resorting to simplistic critiques.


Overall, both speeches demonstrate the polarization of Ghanaian politics. While Dr. Prempeh's speech reinforces party loyalty, Professor Opoku's speech encourages critical thinking. A more nuanced approach, combining the strengths of both speeches, is needed to address the country's pressing challenges.


Your thumb will let us know the way you think.

GOD BLESS OUR HOMELAND, GHANA.


BY: MICHAEL OPPONG-AMPONSAH, B.A. POLITICAL SCIENCE EDUCATION

CO-ADMIN OF GEENHALLMEDIA.COM

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