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I use she/her pronouns.
I am a debate coach, so you don't have to explain to me your terminology, but I expect you to clearly explain your arguments.
Include me in the evidence sharing chain: osilverman@sacredheartknights.org
Fair debate:
I like a fair and educated debate. Please share your evidence (preferably - right away, certainly - upon request). Teams should refrain from insulting each other, using not-PC language, yelling and intimidating opponents, and make racist and sexist arguments.
Speed and Flowing:
I don't like spreading; reasonable speech is fine, but be aware that I am an auditory person and I need to hear what you have to say, so I need to understand what you are saying.
Organize, label, and signpost clearly. Give me a roadmap.
Voting:
I will vote for Aff or Neg that convinces me that the other side lacks evidence or logic.
I will vote on any of the stock issues, including inherency.
I like sound Ts, but they must be structured and justified. Aff must answer Ts properly, no matter how outlandish they are, or I will vote Neg.
I will vote on a CP if it is advantageous, but I will gladly weigh a justified Perm.
I will vote on DAs if Aff is unable to answer them. I prefer probable DAs, but you can run whatever is your best shot, as long as it's properly linked.
I detest tempered evidence: misleading tags and unfair cutting. I love to hear evidence analysis. If a team questions the quality of evidence, be specific and purposeful. I don't care if their card is from 1957 and yours is from yesterday unless you'll tell me why it's a problem.
I will vote on Ks if you can understand and explain them. I will not vote on dehumanizing Ks or those that Neg cannot clearly articulate.
Your rule of thumb with me: show me your strength and run what you know how to do well. I will vote for a more educated and better-prepared team, provided that they do not abuse the merits of this activity.