A debate will begin with a general statement (i.e. “Resolved…”), with each team then debating that resolution. Each judge must render a decision in the debate by voting for the affirmative position or the negative position. That judgment rests primarily upon a consideration of which team has done a more effective job of persuading you for (affirmative speaker) or against (negative speaker) the resolution in question. Please consider the following factors when making a decision:
Read MoreMeet the Debate Coaches
March 31, 2015
Director: James Dixon BA, MA High School English and Debate Teacher: Hartford High School Vermont Debate and Forensic League President for Debate 10 years as a Debate Public Forum Coach […]
Read More