A. College IPDA Event Prompts

Round 1

  1. Speaker 1


    Philosophy should be chosen over science.

    When in conflict, the right to peaceful assembly should outweigh concerns for government convenience.

    Name, Image, Likeness is an existential threat to college sports.

    On balance, charter schools are better at educating students than traditional public schools.

    Implementing a housing-first approach is the most effective strategy to combat homelessness.

Round 2

  1. Speaker 1


    The international community should prioritize addressing climate change over economic growth

    Genetic engineering, if unregulated, poses a significant threat to the future of humanity.

    Political term limits make government better

    Presidential executive orders do more harm than good.

    Promoting the idea of Santa giving 'bad' presents to naughty children has negative psychological effects.

     

Round 3

  1. Speaker 1


    Gun control laws are effective

    Constitutional monarchies do more harm than good.

    Despite its challenges, society is progressing in terms of inclusivity and acceptance.

    The World Trade Organization does more harm than good

    Justice should prioritize rehabilitation over punishment.

Elim 1

  1. Speaker 1


    Soccer in the US will one day be “king.

    The United States should provide free college tuition for all students.

    The United States should ban the sale of assault weapons.

    NATO has outlived its usefulness.

    Overreliance on technology is causing a decline in essential human skills.