Diane Vasquez - Eastlake HS

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Jyoti Bawa - Eastlake HS

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Karen Rossman - Redmond

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Nicolas Wong - Eastlake HS

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Paul Rossman - Redmond

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Stephen Thornsberry - Redmond

<p>The following is roughly taken from the NFL LD judging guidelines.</p> <ol> <li>Communication should emphasize clarity. Accordingly, I will only evaluate those arguments that were presented in a manner that is clear and understandable. Throughout the debate, the competitors should display civility as well as a professional demeanor and style of delivery.</li> <li>Remember that the resolution is one of value, which concerns itself with what ought to be rather than what is. This value is prized for being the highest&nbsp;goal that can be achieved within the context of the resolution.</li> <li>The better debater is the one who proves their side of the resolution more valid as a general principle.</li> <li>Logos and ethos are equally considered. It should be noted that ethos is quite often ignored in LD. I don&#39;t ignore ethos and will often vote for the debater who expresses better&nbsp;confidence in delivery.</li> <li>There must be clash concerning the framework and contentions. Cross-examination should clarify, challenge, or advance arguments.</li> <li>Any case reliant on much theory will need to carefully define key terms. Common terms like &quot;self&quot; and &quot;other&quot; will need to be defined if they are used in a manner that is not part of common usage.</li> </ol>

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