A. Open Extemporaneous Event Prompts

Round 1 11:15 (Group 10:45)

  1. Speaker 1


    1. Why has the NPT failed to achieve its goals?

    2. Should the day after the Super Bowl be a national holiday? Should 

    3. Egyptian leaders fear a Syria-like uprising?

  2. Speaker 2


    1. Will Saudi Arabia reconsider its rejection of President Trump’s Gaza plan?

    2. Will Republicans seek to do entitlement reform during the Trump presidency? 

    3. Will U.S. tariffs against Canada provide a boost to the Liberals electoral fortunes?

  3. Speaker 3


    1. Is it in Colombia’s best interest to continue fighting an aggressive drug war?

    2. Does the Democratic Party need a rebrand? 

    3. Is it too late to stop Iran from getting a nuclear weapon?

  4. Speaker 4


    1. If the liberal world order is collapsing, what is replacing it?

    2. Are Trump’s chaotic flurry of executive orders the new normal?

    3. How far to the right will Germany’s next government lean?

  5. Speaker 5


    1. Should the WHO be rebuilt?

    2. Will egg prices continue to increase? 

    3. Has Western Europe become too weak to be an effective world leader?

  6. Speaker 6


    1. Is Japan on the wrong path to achieve fiscal health?

    2. Did U.S. markets overreact to DeepSeek? 

    3. Is the world in the midst of a “red tape” revolution?

Round 2 -12:45 (Group 12:15)

  1. Speaker 1


    1. Could Trump’s Gaza plan cause significant unrest in Egypt and Jordan?

    2. How will U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord impact the global fight against climate change? 

    3. What will be the domestic implications of the U.S. withdrawing from the World Health Organization (WHO)?

  2. Speaker 2


    1. Will Bayrou’s no-confidence victory be short lived?

    2. Will Trump’s tariff wars have a lasting impact on U.S. foreign policy?

    3. What does Syria need to do to be ready to welcome back its refugees?

  3. Speaker 3


    1. Is Vucic’s grip on Serbia slipping?

    2. Are we in an aviation crisis? 

    3. Is Mexico doing enough to combat fentanyl trafficking?

  4. Speaker 4


    1. Will Ahmed al-Sharaa be a warlord, jihadi, nation builder, or some combination thereof?

    2. What should be Ken Martin’s next steps as DNC chair? 

    3. How will an arrest order against Evo Morales impact the next Bolivian presidential election?

  5. Speaker 5


    1. Would it be a mistake for the U.S. to take over the Gaza Strip?

    2. What is most responsible for Macron’s low popularity ratings? 

    3. Is the American dream dying?

  6. Speaker 6


    1. Should Casey DeSantis run for the Florida governorship?

    2. Are U.S. fears of Chinese influence in Panama overstated? 

    3. Is South Africa’s land seizure law a mistake?

Round 3 2:15 (Group 1:45)

  1. Speaker 1


    1. To what extent is President Trump living up to his campaign pledges so far?

    2. Does the U.S. need a missile defense system? 

    3. How much of a threat is Lakurawa to Nigeria’s national security?

  2. Speaker 2


    1. How would the abolishment of the Department of Education affect special education students?

    2. How would massive federal layoffs affect the private sector workforce? 

    3. Is there any significance in the ICC’s pursuit of arrest warrants for the Taliban’s leadership?

  3. Speaker 3


    1. Are the foundations of the U.S. economy weakening?

    2. How would the end of PEPFAR affect global health? 

    3. How important is Lula da Silva to the Brazilian political left?

  4. Speaker 4


    1. Would another strike strengthen or weaken the Chicago Teachers Union?

    2. Will the departure of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger hurt Ecowas? 

    3. Was 2024 a bad year for progressive policy goals?

  5. Speaker 5


    1. What should the Supreme Court’s liberal wing do in this era of high court conservative dominance?

    2. Should Rwanda be sanctioned for supporting M23 rebels? 

    3. Does DOGE violate federal transparency laws?

  6. Speaker 6


    1. Will the move to dismantle USAID significantly damage U.S. foreign policy goals?

    2. Why are many African power grids in poor shape? 

    3. Which of Trump’s cabinet members will last the shortest amount of time in his administration?

Finals 2:15 EXT/PER/PRO/IMP/POE- Prep 2:00

  1. Speaker 1


    1. Is the rise of artificial intelligence a threat to the entertainment industry?

    2. What should be the U.S. response to the increasing influence of BRICS on global economics and diplomacy?

    3. What role does pop culture play in shaping societal attitudes toward mental health?

  2. Speaker 2


    1. How are global supply chain disruptions reshaping international trade and economic policies?

    2. What role should the U.S. play in supporting Ukraine amidst its ongoing conflict with Russia?

    3. Is the influence of social media influencers stronger than traditional celebrities in shaping public opinion?

  3. Speaker 3


    1. What impact does inflation have on everyday consumers?

    2. How can international alliances like NATO remain effective in addressing global security threats?

    3. Has the Marvel Cinematic Universe lost its cultural dominance?

  4. Speaker 4


    1. How has the rise of short-form video content changed the way we engage with entertainment?

    2. Is the shift toward digital currencies the future of the global economy?

    3. How should the U.S. navigate its relationship with China in an era of military tension?

  5. Speaker 5


    1. How does income inequality affect social mobility in developed nations?

    2. What are the foreign policy implications of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity threats in international relations?

    3. Are major pop culture franchises relying too heavily on nostalgia rather than innovation?

  6. Speaker 6


    1. What role does  climate change policies play in shaping future economic growth?

    2. How should the U.S. approach climate diplomacy and international environmental agreements in a rapidly warming world?

    3. Do marginalized communities have enough representation in current pop culture?

  7. Speaker 7


    1. To what extent will rising interest rates impact U.S. housing markets?

    2. Can the U.S. balance national security concerns with humanitarian obligations in its immigration and refugee policies?

    3. How do streaming platforms change the way we consume and appreciate television and movies?