What IS Public Forum Debate? What is Lincoln-Douglas Debate?

Public Forum is a 2 member Team speaking against another 2 member Team, debating a Question of Fact Topic for the month. It involves Research to prepare an opening speech, and understanding the topic well enough to argue against your opponents evidence and reasoning.

Lincoln-Douglas is a 1 against 1 competition, debating a Question of Value Topic for the month. It involves Research, preparing an opening case, and understanding not just the factual but the philosophical implications of the topic.

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