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BAM – Miscommunication!

BAM – Miscommunication!

by | Nov 26, 2018 | Communication/Rhetoric, Soapbox

This post talks about communication in the real world. As you read, though, think about how these principles apply to debate and speech. As you practice these concepts in competition, you’re actually strengthening your conversations with family, friends, and...
Debate. Is. Everywhere.

Debate. Is. Everywhere.

by | Nov 16, 2018 | Communication/Rhetoric, Soapbox

As a competitive high school debater, one of my pet peeves was when people would say to me, “Oh, I’d be great at debate. I love arguing with people!” It frustrated me that they would reduce debate to mere argumentation, because there is so much more to it....
Resolved: In a democracy, the public’s right to know ought to be valued above the right to privacy of candidates for public office (Negative)

Resolved: In a democracy, the public’s right to know ought to be valued above the right to privacy of candidates for public office (Negative)

by | Oct 23, 2018 | From Intermediate to Advanced, From Novice to Intermediate, Lincoln-Douglas, Negative, NSDA, Research Tips, Strategy

Resolved: In a democracy, the public’s right to know ought to be valued above the right to privacy of candidates for public office. This topic prep is meant to stimulate ideas (and give resources) rather than hand feed you contentions to run. Check the additional...