Debate

Baltimore Catholic Forensic League

Debate
Lincoln - Douglas Debate -- Click here for Information and Results from Tournaments
Two students debate issues of values and philosophy. We offer Novice level competition at most tournaments and Varsity level competition at all tournaments. Check the above link for LD information and tournament results. The topic changes every two months. 2008 September/October Topic Resolved: It is morally permissible to kill one innocent person to save the lives of more innocent people. For information about Lincoln Douglas Debate contact BCFL Assistant Director For L D Debate Mr. Paul McMullen
Team Policy Debate -- Click here for Information and Results from Tournaments
Two-person teams using the 8-3-5 switch side format debate issues of policy. We offer Novice and Varsity levels at most tournaments. The national resolution is used for the duration of the year. Check the link above for Policy Debate information and tournament results.
2008-2009 Topic Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase alternative energy incentives in the United States. For further information about Policy debate contact BCFL Assistant Director for Policy Debate Mr. Steve Sprouse