Category Archives: Lincoln-Douglas

January/February 2015 LD Topic Analysis is Published!

  2015 will kick off with the Lincoln-Douglas debate resolution “Resolved: A Just Government Ought to Require Employers to Pay a Living Wage.” Today, we’re releasing our guide to building a solid case, so you can start your second semester off … Continue reading

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5 Tips for Succeeding at NSDA Nationals

  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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Nationals 2014 LD Neg Analysis is Published!

  Last week, we brought you the affirmative guide to the 2014 LD Nationals resolution. Now, go check out our guide to debating the negative side of the topic “Resolved: The United States ought to prioritize the pursuit of national … Continue reading

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Nationals 2014 LD Aff Analysis is Published!

  We’ve got just what LD debaters need as they gear up for national tournament competition: a brand new, up-to-the-minute guide to debating the affirmative side of the 2014 Nationals resolution: “Resolved: The United States ought to prioritize the pursuit of national security … Continue reading

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

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

  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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Learning From the Best: The Importance of Watching Elim Debates

  There are plenty of things you do to improve your debate performance: hours of research, speaking drills, practice rounds, rebuttal re-dos. But you might be missing out on a key resource that is built right into the tournament: watching … Continue reading

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