About PF Debate

Public Forum Debate is audience friendly debate. Two pairs (teams) debate monthly controversial topics ripped from newspaper headlines. Rounds begin with a coin toss between the competing teams to determine side and order (Pro-Con or Con-Pro). Public Forum tests skills in argumentation, cross-examination, and refutation.

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September 2011 NFL Public Forum Topic:
Resolved: The benefits of post-9/11 security measures outweigh the harms to personal freedom.

October 2011 Public Forum Topic:
Resolved: Private sector investment in human space exploration is preferable to public sector investment.

November 2011 Public Forum Topic:
Resolved: Direct popular vote should replace electoral vote in presidential elections.