Debaters make their presentation with evidence and reason, while questioning the arguments of their opponents.
“The biggest fallacy we can possibly talk about is the ‘slippery slope’ fallacy…”
Personal opinion has no place in debating. In competition, debaters must be able to argue either side of the question. This helps them understand both sides of any issue.
“So you’re saying that if we continue with what’s going on now, it’s going to cost more money?”
“Yes.”
“That, that’s good, but you have to give evidence.” (:10)
Deanne Christensen is the Oakridge High School Debate coach. She is in her eleventh year of helping young people learn how to argue effectively.
“And it’s great when they disagree with each other. It’s awesome to see them trying to defend their position.”
High school debaters can be very critical of candidate debates and political discussions among adults, in general. Debater Jonathon McClanahan thinks political partisanship can weaken civility.
“I don’t think we should have to hate the president to disagree with him – that’s why I honestly believe that with partisanship we need to be more respectful to each other. We need to have bi-partisan bills passed. We need to work together more.”
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