talking-point
Prepared debate point
A talking-point is a prepared argument or theme meant to be repeated in discussions, especially by politicians or spokespeople staying on message: The candidate stuck to her talking points about the economy.
The term often carries a dismissive edge, suggesting rehearsed responses rather than genuine engagement: That's just a talking point.
Brief broadcast excerpt
- spinRapid rotation around axis
- narrativeAccount of events
- framingStructural or contextual shaping
- sloganMemorable promotional phrase
briefing · memo · script · statement · headline · pitch · tagline · angle
Emotionally charged, controversial
- flashpointIgnition temperature threshold
- polarizationSeparation into opposing extremes
- backlashStrong negative reaction
- scandalDisgraceful public affair
gaffe · outrage · firestorm · blowback · gotcha · soundbite · spin · walkback
Art of persuasive language
- spinRapid rotation around axis
- propagandaBiased information for influence
- influencePower to affect others
- credibilityQuality inspiring trust
appeal · argument · conviction · eloquence · charisma · messaging · framing · fear-mongering
Formal response disputing claims
- counterargumentPoint challenging another's position
- cross-examinationOpposing party questions witness
- moderatorOne who presates proceedings
- podiumRaised platform for speakers
zinger · pivot · deflection · one-liner · fact-check · panel · forum · exchange
Formal discussion list
- playbookDocumented set of tactics
- roadmapDetailed plan forward
- frameworkUnderlying support system
- pivotPoint of rotation
deflection · coordination · counternarrative · reframing · focus-group · polling
soundbite
Brief broadcast excerpt
slogan · briefing · memo · script · statement · headline · pitch · tagline · angle · hashtag
hot-button
Emotionally charged, controversial
- flashpointIgnition temperature threshold
- polarizationSeparation into opposing extremes
- backlashStrong negative reaction
scandal · gaffe · outrage · firestorm · blowback · gotcha · soundbite · spin · walkback · controversy
rhetoric
Art of persuasive language
- spinRapid rotation around axis
- propagandaBiased information for influence
- influencePower to affect others
credibility · appeal · argument · conviction · eloquence · charisma · messaging · framing · fear-mongering · pandering
rebuttal
Formal response disputing claims
- counterargumentPoint challenging another's position
- cross-examinationOpposing party questions witness
- moderatorOne who presates proceedings
podium · zinger · pivot · deflection · one-liner · fact-check · panel · forum · exchange
agenda
Formal discussion list
pivot · deflection · coordination · counternarrative · reframing · focus-group · polling
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