Debate Topics for 2023
The DC Urban Debate League follows the National Speech and Debate League topic choices for Public Forum Debate.
February:
Resolved: In the United States, right-to-work laws do more harm than good.
Potential Topics:
March
Resolved: The Republic of India should sign the Artemis Accords.
2023 April – Topic Area: Technology
Resolved: The United States Federal Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.
Resolved: The United States Federal Government should establish global standards for artificial intelligence.
2023 National Tournament – Topic Area: Civics
Resolved: The United States should adopt ranked-choice voting for its federal elections.
Resolved: The United States should end lifetime appointments for Article III judges.
Congressional Debate:
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