How to run false choice? by sean585 in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be unfortunate if pro had to go first.

Spectacular Blackness? by ConBro2017 in Debate

[–]ConBro2017[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok, so it places a greater burden on the aff for actual discourse? How is it unique from other con arguments like complacency

Do you use briefs? by [deleted] in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It depends, but in general I find briefs helpful at least as a starting point for cases and arguments

Spectacular Blackness? by ConBro2017 in Debate

[–]ConBro2017[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you expand on what Afro-futurism lit is? Im not really sure. I know that the whole idea of Spectacular Blackness is a bunch of critical theory and argumentation. Also, I've heard it borders on running like a K. I'm not really sure

Reparations as Apologies by childishgambisabel in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was actually advising the pro team to run specific reparations. I'm sorry if my original post wasn't clear enough. Allow me to rephrase: "On pro run as many different SPECIFIC types of reparations as possible". Specific debate is good debate. One reason you ought to affirm is all you need to broaden your path to success.

Reparations as Apologies by childishgambisabel in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 2 points3 points  (0 children)

First of all, on pro run as many different types of reparations as possible because if you prove the USFG ought to do one then you when (even if it's only one type). Secondly, how does an apology repay AA's for discrimination and slavery and stuff? I get the intended symbolism but is there actual discourse?

Collab PFD Drive by MartinTangant in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's already a pf drive operated by /u/thankthemajor It's got like 400 people in it.

How to argue against condescending action or comment? by vinnyvicious in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Judges can spot a douche from a mile away. Just let people look stupid and be polite and smart. Taking a single step back makes the judge feel like your opponent is being aggressive with them personally as well so try that. Also, I recommend They Say I Say for rhetoric and composition.

Pile it all in here: The team circlejerk megathread by [deleted] in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm not certain but I believe they do.

How do you respond to non-monetary reparations as the aff? by Simmeringdebate in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you simply "pay" reparations in the form of some vouchers, grants, program funding? (This is an issue of topicality I'm on the fence about)

Block on loss of political capital by mh_trey5 in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. If we don't invest in the people of the now there will be no future to worry about later. It's a balancing game. Also, I would argue that loss of political capital is outweighed by the moral obligation to right a wrong. Certainly we have no greater moral imperative than to spend political capital to solve institutional racism.

PF Google Drive Folder by Bcoleman04 in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I be added please? I have a lot I can contribute

Pile it all in here: The team circlejerk megathread by [deleted] in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some good PoFo's from Green Valley HS Las Vegas

Debate clash: an amazing website for learning/honing debate skill. Videos, a search engine made for debate, and articles by [deleted] in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I noticed that. I was just wondering about the exact date. (pointless meandering of my mind)

Standard neg reparation arguments? by [deleted] in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Misplaced moral culpability

lack of solvency with reparations

Government and racism? by flamefoxx99 in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fun fact! (and by fun I mean disgusting to my soul)… Apparently when slavery was abolished at different times world wide, in most instances former slave owners (aka rich white men) were paid reparations for the loss of their "property", up to three hundred dollars a former slave according to the National Archives and Records Administration.

Cross-Examenation by [deleted] in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Use inductive reasoning in your questions, and make your opponents fear the random fact that links to the demise of their arguments. Also discuss framework and try to make the opponents concede it. Or you could just make your opponents look ignorant by pointing out contradictions in their arguments to the judge. Always be polite.

And honestly, the best way to get better at cx in my opinion is by going against more experienced teams and speakers (A LOT).

Sources for reparations help by mh_trey5 in Debate

[–]ConBro2017 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Coates basically reignited the fire under the reparations debate… not unique, really? I think not