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Tue March 22, 2022 at 5:46 AM CDT
I did PF my junior year for a few months so feel free to use terminology/slang
I don't have a lot of experience on LD, so I'll vote based on your argumentation
I don't have an issue with keeping times, but I'd prefer you keep your own time (extemp is the only exception to this)
I won't tolerate impoliteness during rounds, especially crossfires. There's a difference between being assertive and being rude.
PF:
TELL ME WHY YOUR ARGUMENTS MATTER. I can't vote on an issue if you don't tell me its importance
I focus on framework but explain its correlation to the resolution and tell me why I have to prefer yours over your opponent's
I like to hear the author's credentials because it assures me your sources come from experts/people relevant to the resolution.
Tell me why I should prefer your impact over your opponents.
Remember to attack arguments in an organized matter (going down the flow), it helps a lot when reviewing the round
LD:
Again, you have to explain why the arguments and impacts matter in the round, otherwise, I can't vote on it.
I'm all for progressive arguments, but you have to explain them and their connection to the resolution
Extemp:
feel free to be funny, as long as it is appropriate
Explain your points fully
Be respectful to your opponents, and best of luck!