Archive 2003-2004

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2003-2004 TOURNAMENT RESULTS 

Debate Topics

POLICY DEBATE  (back to top)

2003 - 2004 Topic--Resolved: That the United States federal government should establish an ocean policy substantially increasing protection of marine natural resources.


LINCOLN-DOUGLAS DEBATE  (back to top)

September/October--Resolved:  In the U.S. Judicial system, truth seeking out to take precedence over privileged communication. 

November/December--Resolved: The United States has amoral obligation to mitigate international conflicts. 

January/February--Resolved:  A government's obligation to protect the environment ought to take precedence over its obligation to promote economic development. 

March/April--Resolved: As a general principle, individuals have an obligation to value the common good above their own interests. 


PUBLIC FORUM/TED TURNER DEBATE  (back to top)

October: Resolved: That the United States should comply with United Nations' decisions concerning international peacekeeping operations.

November: Resolved: That Federal judges should be elected in their district for a limited term rather than appointed by the President for a life term.

December:  Resolved:  That Congress should repeal the No Child Left Behind Act.

January:  Resolved:  The United States is losing the war on terror.

February: Resolved Americans should be allowed to share copyrighted media over the internet. 

March: Resolved: The United Sates should provide universal health insurance to all U.S. citizens.