2020 Watertown Speech Fiesta
2021 — Online, SD/US
Novice Public Forum
Abbreviation
NPF
Format
Debate
Topic:
NSDA PF Jan
Resolved: The National Security Agency should end its surveillance of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents.
Entry Fee
$12.00
Entry
2 competitors per entry
Event Description:
Limited to 1st-year debaters only. 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.