About the National Forensic League

The National Forensic League is the nation’s oldest and largest debate and speech honor society. Since our founding in 1925, we have enrolled over 1 million members in all 50 states.

As an organization, the National Forensic League embraces diversity, interconnection, and visionary leadership. We empower students to become effective communicators, ethical individuals, critical thinkers, and leaders in a democratic society.

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February Rupe Foundation Topic:
Resolved: In the United States, organized political lobbying does more harm than good.

March Rupe Foundation Topic:
Resolved: Affirmative action to promote equal opportunity in the United States is justified.

April Rupe Foundation Topic:
Resolved: On balance, government employee labor unions have a positive impact on the United States.

NFL Nationals Topic:
Resolved: Current trends in American political dialogue compromise meaningful democratic deliberation.