Category Archives: Lincoln-Douglas

March/April NFL Topic Overview

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Rachel Stevens

Resolved: The United States is justified in using private military firms abroad to pursue its military objectives.

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Understand Lincoln-Douglas Debate

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Rachel Stevens

The following PDFs are great resources for understanding Lincoln-Douglas style debate. Outline of an LD Debate by Debate Central Understanding the Value-Criterion by Debate Central Guide to Popular Philosophers by Debate Central Common LD Values by Debate Central Important Terms … Continue reading →

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Important Terms in Lincoln-Douglas Debate

Posted on February 9, 2011 by Rachel Stevens

Understanding debate terminology is essential to excelling in the round.  These terms are not limited to debate.  They are applicable more broadly to assessing ideas and arguments. Affirmative: The side that supports the resolution is affirmative.  The affirmative case explains why … Continue reading →

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