Category Archives: Lincoln-Douglas

Judges’ Top Pet Peeves, and How to Avoid Them (Part 1/2)

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Rachel Stevens

For today’s article, we consulted a diverse group of active judges from each event about what debater habits irritate them the most. Here are the results, along with how to modify your behavior and become every judge’s favorite debater!

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Research Means More Than Cutting Cards

Posted on December 4, 2013 by Rachel Stevens

When you sit down to do some debate research, the number one thing on your mind is probably finding evidence to support your claims. However, there’s another kind of research that’s just as important: the kind that helps you … Continue reading →

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Rebuttal Strategy: How to Choose Which Arguments to Go For

Posted on December 2, 2013 by Rachel Stevens

It’s the most ubiquitous strategic dilemma in debate: how do I decide which arguments to carry into my last speeches, and which to abandon or kick out of? This choice is one of the most influential in determining whether you … Continue reading →

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Start Winning More Debates Now: Master the Fundamentals

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Rachel Stevens

Anyone who has ever participated in a sport understands the meaning of the term “fundamentals.” Fundamentals refers to the most basic skills underlying an activity. Debate is no different! Just as basketball players must pay attention to their footwork … Continue reading →

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Take The Poll: How can Debate Central help you?

Posted on November 25, 2013 by Rachel Stevens

Here at Debate Central, we’re always working to post the types of resources that help you the most. We know you like evidence and strategy guides, but we want to know what subjects and events you are interested in. … Continue reading →

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November/December LD negative analysis is published!

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Rachel Stevens

Yesterday, we covered the affirmative side of the current LD resolution, Resolved: In the United States criminal justice system, truth-seeking ought to take precedence over attorney-client privilege. Today, we’ll be tackling the negative side of the debate. Check it … Continue reading →

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November/December LD affirmative topic analysis is published!

Posted on November 20, 2013 by Rachel Stevens

LDers, check out our analysis of the current topic, , Resolved: In the United States criminal justice system, truth-seeking ought to take precedence over attorney-client privilege. Today, we’ll be looking at the affirmative side of the debate. Find it below.