A large part of part of Debate Central’s mission is bringing you current, in-depth information directly from experts. This year, we’re proud to release our economic analysis of the topic, “Economics of the 2013-2014 Debate Topic: U.S. Engagement Toward Cuba, Mexico, or Venezuela.” This brief paper, written just for you by Latin America Economic Expert Sergio Daga of POPULI and the Heritage Foundation, is meant for debaters to use as a research resource, background paper, and comprehensive study of this year’s cross-examination topic. You can find it below the fold:
Message to Debaters on the Economics of the 2013-2014 Debate Topic
“Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase its economic engagement toward Cuba, Mexico, or Venezuela.”
We really hope you’ll enjoy the paper and that you’ll keep checking back for exciting updates throughout the season!
How is the USFG supposed to do anything when it’s shutdown..?
Hi Alyssa,
That’s a really good question. Judging from the college debates I watched last weekend, most people are just arguing that the plan would pass after the government opens again or during a special session. This can have interesting implications for the politics disadvantage but mostly it’s been business as usual. What has your experience been?
what would be a good introduction for this topic??
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