Topics of Debate

The following topics are presented in random order. Each topic will be debated in one preliminary round. In the final match, the two teams will choose the topic and sides by coin toss or mutual agreement.

• Middle school English classes should prioritize the classics rather than prioritize contemporary works

• National service should be mandatory in the United States

• Facial recognition technology should not be used in public spaces

• This house regrets the United States’ embargo on Cuba

• This house is in favor of state-level junk food taxes.