Scott Walker Debate Prep

Mr. Walker has also been honing his speaking style. His advisers said he ranked third in the number of words uttered at the August debate, but spoke for relatively little time because he was rushing. He plans to address that, and to “punch” his words more, they said.

This, while also hoping that his allergies do not act up and make him sound overly nasal on television, which some Republicans have noticed.

“You’ll see a more aggressive Walker — passionate, determined, but speaking at an even pace, slowing down and emphasizing points correctly,” Mr. Goeas said.