Category Archives: Cross-Examination

Free Evidence: Nuclear Power Aff- Full File

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Rachel Stevens

Many of you are still searching for the perfect affirmative case to run on this year’s 2014-2015 policy debate topic, Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase its non-military exploration and/or development of the Earth’s oceans. … Continue reading →

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Free Evidence: Global Warming, Both Directions- Full Files

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Rachel Stevens

Frequent Debate Central readers understand the importance of carrying solid, up-to-date impact files. That’s why we want to help you get a jump on a topic policy debaters will likely be debating a lot this season: climate change. Today, we’re … Continue reading →

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Special Paper on the Economics of the 2014-2015 Policy/CX Debate Topic is Now Published!

Posted on June 23, 2014 by Rachel Stevens

Here at Debate Central, we’re committed to bringing you top-quality debate resources that you won’t find anywhere else. That’s why we have commissioned a special paper by a leading environmental economist on the 2014-2014 policy/CX debate topic: “Resolved: The United … Continue reading →

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5 Tips for Succeeding at NSDA Nationals

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Rachel Stevens

With NSDA (National Speech and Debate Association, formerly National Forensics League/NFL) Nationals coming up next week, Debate Central wants to help you be as prepared as possible. We interviewed a number of debaters who have done well at Nationals … Continue reading →

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Free Card Friday: TPA, TPP, Political Capital

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Rachel Stevens

Today’s free card Friday is a useful boost to your TPA/TPP politics disadvantage scenario. Find it below the fold!

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What Good Debaters Don’t Do: The “Shady Six”

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Rachel Stevens

As many of you prepare for crucial post-season tournaments, the pressure to perform well can start to get to you. Unfortunately, sometimes this causes debaters to decide to try out some sneaky tactics in an attempt to gain an advantage. … Continue reading →

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Summer Debate Camp Guide 2014: Institutes Offering Low-Cost Tuition and Scholarships

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Rachel Stevens

Here at Debate Central, we know how helpful it is to attend summer debate camp. Camps give you the opportunity to get hands-on experience, run practice rounds, research next year’s topic(s), and receive feedback from some of the country’s … Continue reading →

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