Braddock Debate

Policy Debate

2011-2012 Topic

Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase its exploration and/or development of space beyond the Earth’s mesosphere.

Lincoln Douglas Debate

September / October Topic

Resolved: Justice requires the recognition of animal rights.

November / December Topic

Resolved: Individuals have a moral obligation to assist people in need.

January / February Topic

Resolved: It is morally permissible for victims to use deadly force as a deliberate response to repeated domestic violence.

Public Forum Debate

September Topic

Resolved: The benefits of post-9/11 security measures outweigh the harms to personal freedom.

October Topic

Resolved:  Private sector investment in human space exploration is preferable to public sector investment.

November Topic

Resolved: Direct popular vote should replace electoral vote in presidential elections.

December Topic

Resolved: In the United States, current income disparities threaten democratic ideals.

January Topic

Resolved: The costs of a college education outweigh the benefits.