Washington Warrior Invite NIETOC Bid

2020 — Sioux Falls - Online, SD/US

Novice Public Forum

Abbreviation NPF
Format Debate
Topic:
NSDA PF Nov/Dec
Resolved: The United States should adopt a declaratory nuclear policy of no first use.
Entry Fee $15.00
Entry Teams of between 1 and 2 competitors

Event Description:

Limited to 1st year debaters only or very very limited 2nd year debabers. We will be using the NSDA rules and time limits for this event.

Public Forum involves opposing teams of two, debating a topic concerning a current event. Proceeding a coin toss, the winners choose which side to debate (PRO or CON) or which speaker position they prefer (1st or 2nd), and the other team receives the remaining option. Students present cases, engage in rebuttal and refutation, and also participate in a “crossfire” (similar to a cross examination) with the opportunity to question the opposing team. Often times community members are recruited to judge this event.