1.   In his years in Congress he became an increasingly polished orator, his passion over issues overcoming a high, raspy voice.

2.   Not a polished orator, the former wrestling coach has pledged to focus on the nuts and bolts of running the House and leave the visionary thinking to others.

3.   While not as polished an orator, Patterson has a colorful, down-to-earth quality, which some people call honesty.

4.   Strong on the hustings while also a polished orator and media-friendly interviewee.