Preparing your case for a competitive debate season? Looking for evidence you can use to deliver a body blow to the other side? In the world of debate, persuasive evidence and the ability to anticipate the other side's arguments are the keys to success.
To help you build your arsenal of influential facts, you can Ask the Debate Coach, an on-line expert who will answer your questions and put you on the trail to in-depth research on this year's topics.
Ask the Debate Coach. Simply state your question as clearly and succinctly as possible, and make sure to include your name and the name and city of the high school you attend. Your questions may address either the affirmative or negative side of the National Debate Resolution.
A prompt, personal, e-mail reply will be provided within 48 hours.
The Debate Coach will give priority to questions from Michigan students.
In addition to Ask the Debate Coach, thousands of students have taken advantage of an exciting, educational program especially for Michigan high school debaters, the Mackinac Center for Public Policy High School Debate Workshops.