A speech that advocates that something should or shouldn't be done is based on a proposition of policy. Context and explanation:
- In persuasive speaking, propositions fall into three broad categories: fact, value, and policy. Propositions of policy are the ones that explicitly argue that a course of action should be taken or avoided, often starting with the word "should" (e.g., "The state should enact stricter gun-control laws.").
- These policy propositions typically identify a problem or need, propose a specific course of action or change in policy, and argue why that change is warranted, aiming to motivate the audience to support the proposed action or adopt a new behavior.
- Examples of policy propositions include calls for new laws, changes in organizational practices, or required behaviors in a community or institution, and they often specify the actors responsible for implementing the policy (e.g., government agencies, school boards).
If you’d like, I can tailor this to a particular topic or provide a quick framework for crafting a policy proposition speech.
