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I use she/her pronouns.
For some background, I'm a first year college student and I have experience in both Public Forum and Lincoln Douglas debate. Here are some of my preferences/expectations:
General Important Stuff (everyone):
Be polite! Remember that debating =/= arguing; you should not be yelling at your opponents. I'm typically generous with speaks, but if you aren't civil to your opponents, I will dock points.
If your case discusses sensitive topics, you must read a trigger warning and make sure your opponents feel comfortable. Remember that the issues you debate about more often than not affect people in the real world. This means that discussing certain topics can be more stressful and personal to certain debaters.
If you are racist, homophobic, sexist, antisemitic, islamophobic, etc. I will automatically drop you.
Don't misgender your opponents! Mistakes happen, but make sure you correct yourself and apologize. If it continues, I will drop you.
Debate is supposed to be a fun an engaging activity. Don't make unsafe spaces for people!
Public Forum Stuff (everyone in PF):
Flow ---|------ Lay
Tech ----|-----Truth
I vibe with a good narrative and consistent rhetoric.
Signpost!!
Speed is fine, but warranting>card dumping with little explanation.
Please have your evidence ready so there aren't delays.
Frontline in second rebuttal! Second summary is too late.
Other than frontlining in first summary, there shouldn't be new responses or offense after rebuttals. If there are, I won't flow them (with the exception of new weighing, which is fine before second FF).
Crossfire is pretty irrelevant. If you want a concession on my flow, mention it in a speech.
I probably won't call for evidence, so if you want me to look at something, say so in a speech.
When two pieces of evidence contradict, explain why your point makes more sense, or why your evidence is better. This is always smart, even if you're completely sure their source is unreliable or misconstrued.
Make sure to weigh all the arguments you collapse on, including turns. Don't forget to tell me why your weighing is better than theirs. I'm way too lazy to do analysis for you, and it probably won't end well for you if I have to.
Progressive Argument Stuff (not for novices):
I very limited exposure to progressive debate, so if your opponent does something problematic, it's much more strategic for you to tell me in your own words than read theory or a K.
With that being said, if you do choose to read theory or a K, generally stay away from more obscure jargon if you want me to understand. Since I don't have much experience, it's in your best interest to warrant and weigh thoroughly. Explain to me exactly what decision I should make and why.
Other Stuff (everyone):
If you do a spin while saying turn, bring me food, or make high quality puns, I will give you 30 speaks.
I prefer chill and friendly rounds with lighthearted banter.
However, if someone mansplains, whitesplains, or is overall rude or condescending, feel free to sass them back. I will give you high speaks for roasting them.
Fist bumps are the move.
I'm like 19 so I will probably cringe if you call me "judge" or anything formal.
Please try to come to round with preflows so there aren't delays.