Whenever possible, lead a speech story with a direct quotation because it is rare that an indirect quotation summary lead can adequately capsulize what was said in the speech.

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Leading a speech story with a direct quotation is not always advisable because it may not provide the necessary context or summarize the main point effectively. An indirect quotation or a summary lead often better sets the stage and encapsulates the key message of the speech for the reader.

Whenever Possible, Lead a Speech Story with a Direct Quotation