What I find fascinating is the body language displayed. Take a look at this clip at the 23 second mark where are three candidates are featured full screen for the next 10 seconds. This was the time for closing statements, the final time during this joint appearance to drive home a message (something that Ross Perot did quite well).
Starting from left to right, President Bush was standing, somewhat awkwardly, shifting back and forth on his heels, and searching for a home for his right hand.
Ross Perot occupied the middle position, hands clasped in front, looking very similar to a statue. He did not move at all during the entire questions -- that includes even feigning interest in the question being asked. Movement also encompasses the face, an important point to remember.
Finally, Bill Clinton occupied the far right position. half sitting, half standing, hands loosely held in front, looking very relaxed.
Throughout the clip, the President moved from his initial position to a position mirroring Mr. Clinton, then back to standing. Finally, he appeared ready to pounce on Mr. Perot as he was finishing his closing statement. Bill Clinton nodded, smiled, and never looked even remotely uncomfortable. Body language is important! (I will be reviewing Mr. Perot's statement next month)
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This event will be remembered for Ross Perot's infamous "There will be a giant sucking sound going south" reference to NAFTA.
What I find fascinating is the body language displayed. Take a look at this clip at the 23 second mark where are three candidates are featured full screen for the next 10 seconds. This was the time for closing statements, the final time during this joint appearance to drive home a message (something that Ross Perot did quite well).
Starting from left to right, President Bush was standing, somewhat awkwardly, shifting back and forth on his heels, and searching for a home for his right hand.
Ross Perot occupied the middle position, hands clasped in front, looking very similar to a statue. He did not move at all during the entire questions -- that includes even feigning interest in the question being asked. Movement also encompasses the face, an important point to remember.
Finally, Bill Clinton occupied the far right position. half sitting, half standing, hands loosely held in front, looking very relaxed.
Throughout the clip, the President moved from his initial position to a position mirroring Mr. Clinton, then back to standing. Finally, he appeared ready to pounce on Mr. Perot as he was finishing his closing statement. Bill Clinton nodded, smiled, and never looked even remotely uncomfortable. Body language is important! (I will be reviewing Mr. Perot's statement next month)
