by Joshua Hu | Jun 16, 2018 | Stoa, Stoa Resolutions
This is Part 2 of a series on the new Stoa LD resolution: Criminal procedure should value truth-seeking over individual privacy. Be sure to check out Part 1 for some context. Definitions can make or break your case, so it’s important to have them rooted in the...
by Joshua Hu | Jun 13, 2018 | Lincoln-Douglas, Stoa, Stoa Resolutions
This will be the first in a series of topic analyses Ethos is bringing to you—I’ll be breaking down the Stoa 2018-19 LD topic, addressing key definitions, areas of conflicts, and providing basic resources and arguments to jumpstart your research. I’ll start with basic...
by Anna Johansen | May 5, 2018 | Stoa, Stoa Resolutions
Hopefully, you’re planning on making your voice heard as the votes are cast for Stoa’s 2018-2019 debate resolutions. Before you do that, though, take a moment to read what two Ethos team members have to say about the LD options this year. If you missed it,...
by Anna Johansen | May 2, 2018 | Stoa Resolutions
Ladies and gentlemen, the time has come. Voting for Stoa’s 2018-2019 debate resolutions is now open. Cast your vote—but first, take a look at what three Ethos team members have to say about the TP resolutions! The LD voting guide is coming soon. 1....
by Isaiah McPeak | Jul 30, 2015 | Lincoln-Douglas, Stoa
Analyze this question: “Where’s the timer?” Doh! Two possible meanings: either we’re missing a device, or an 8-year old. The word “timer” is ambiguous. That’s why I far prefer the words “timepiece” and “timekeeper.” There are many types of ambiguity: Wikipedia says...