UT Region 13

2025 — Morgan, UT/US

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Lincoln Douglas

Event Description:

Lincoln-Douglas Debate typically appeals to individuals who like to debate, but prefer a one-on-one format as opposed to a team or group setting. Additionally, individuals who enjoy LD like exploring questions of how society ought to be. Many people refer to LD Debate as a “values” debate, as questions of morality and justice are commonly examined. Students prepare cases and then engage in an exchange of cross-examinations and rebuttals in an attempt to convince a judge that s/he is the better debater in the round.

Affirmative Constructive 6 minutes Present the affirmative case

Negative Cross-Examination 3 minutes Negative asks questions of the affirmative

Negative Constructive 7 minutes Present the negative case and refute the affirmative case

Affirmative Cross-Examination 3 minutes Affirmative asks questions of the negative

First Affirmative Rebuttal 4 minutes Refute the negative case and rebuild the affirmative case

Negative Rebuttal 6 minutes Refute the affirmative case, rebuild the negative case, and offer reasons that negative should win the round, commonly referred to as voting issues.

2nd Affirmative Rebuttal 3 minutes Address negative voting issues and offer reasons for why the affirmative should win.

*Each debater is also entitled to four minutes of prep time during the round.