Speech+&+Debate

**Deborah Tannen, a sociolinguist, said, "the goal of debate is not to persuade a listener, but to demonstrate to a trained judge that one has beaten the arguments of one's opponents."** **Debate is about discussing social issues and moral ideals. Debate involves not only knowledge, but several verbal and research skills. In this semester long class we have practiced and will continue to practive and use these skills.**

Looking for a Model Debate? Look no further. . . As the speaker states, a debate is about "loyal opposition and loyal support." Your debate needs to convey your unconditional passion and support for the topic whether or not you truly believe what you are debate about.

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