Debate Topics

The Lincoln Douglas Debate topic is the Nov/Dec 2025 NSDA LD resolution:

Resolved: The United States ought to rewild substantial tracts of land.

The Public Forum Debate topic is the Nov/Dec 2025 NSDA PF resolution:

Resolved: The United States federal government should require technology companies to provide lawful access to encrypted communications.

The Policy Debate topic is the 2025-2026 NSDA CX resolution:

Resolved: The United States federal government should significantly increase its exploration and/or development of the Arctic.

The World School Debate topics are as follows:

Round 1: This House would regulate artificial intelligence as a public utility.

Round 2: This House, as the EU, would ban member nations from importing Russian natural gas.

Round 3: Impromptu Motion

Semis: Impromptu Motion

Finals: This House believes that hacktivism is a legitimate tool of resistance. Info Slide: Hacktivism refers to the use of cyberattacks and hacking techniques to advance political, social, or ideological causes.