I am primarily a PF judge, and judge exclusively on information presented in the rounds and not any pre-existing beliefs. I will score using the following criteria :

- Speaker presentation

- Well supported arguments (arguments backed up with logic and evidence)

- Effective Rebuttal (if opponents arguments are not contested then it's counted against you)

No spreading!!!

I have been judging since 2018 in tournaments from the rookie to varsity levels. I have been a lawyer in the past and like to view both viewpoints with good supporting evidence. Support for your contentions have to hold solid ground.

I also love clarity over ambiguity. I do not prefer spreading/speaking fast.

Hello, I am a parent judge :-)

1. Please talk a bit slowly

2. if you are using acronyms - please explain what they stand for.

Hello,

my email is liamcryals@gmail.com

policy debater for 7 years so im fine with anything. I like Ks, antiblackness, and Orientalism.

Judge philosophies.wikispaces.com/Santos%2C+Alan

I definitely cannot follow very fast speed. Just do what you normally do and I’ll drop my pen if you’re going too fast. Do be clear on tags and signpost though.

I’m fine if you ask for some cards, flash cards, or whatever. However, there are two things I really don’t like when people do.

First, do not prep when people are finding cards. This is rude.

Second, find cards in a timely manner. You should be able to provide cards with proper citations and bolded/highlighted parts in a manner that does not hold up the debate. This makes the round run smoother and is a debater's responsibility.

2024- 2/4/2024

I'm not just any judge; I'm a ”cool” judge with a journey dating back to 2000. So, when you step into this arena, know that you're dealing with someone who's witnessed the ebb and flow of the debate currents over the last 2 decades. I am old.

General:
Yes you can go fast if you want to, just be clear, and loud enough for me to hear. I will be flowing along and won’t look at doc’s or cards unless warranted by y’all. I will do my best to time with you.

World Crafting:

Your task is to construct a compelling narrative, competing worlds, both sides have a world to offer, you sell it.

Argument Framing:

Frame your arguments as pillars that support the world you've built. Your job is to make me see the strategic significance of your narrative. Don't just present; show me why your world outweighs the others.

The K:

I have a soft spot, but only if done well. Critical acumen is your secret weapon. Integrate it seamlessly into your world, making it a key component of your narrative. I also am not a fan of non black POC running afropress, or similar k's, so please don’t. Other than that, no issues with K’s.

Theory:

Preemptive theory is unnecessary imo unless the topic warrants it, but most debates do not need a theory most of the time, but it is your round, so do you.

Tech vs. Truth:

Truth sometimes trumps tech, and in other rounds, tech might take the lead. But what matters most is how well your crafted world stands.

Rudeness is a No-Go:

Discourteous vibes won't elevate your speaks. For real

Impact Calculus and Critical Thinking:

Impact calculus is the key to your world's strategic significance. Dive into critical thinking, showing why your crafted universe is not just valid but important.

Authentic Knowledge Over Blocks:

Don't just parrot blocks; show genuine understanding. Bring knowledge to the forefront, not just rehearsed lines.

Voting Issues:

Present me with clean voting issues – make it glaringly apparent why your world is the one I should endorse. THERE IS NO 3NR. So please make it definitive in the last rebuttal

TL;DR

Be clear

Weigh

Impact calculus

liberal.cynic.yo@gmail.com

>If you want to add me to the chain or send hate mail.<

2023
i will flow to the best of my ability i have the carpal tunnel but can still keep up
spreading is only chill if you are clear
I don't need to be on the email chain but here it is if you feel like adding me anyway
liberal.cynic.yo@gmail.com
I am indifferent to the kind of argument you are choosing to use, i care if you understand it

ask questions

My paradigm was lost to the void, who knows what it said...

for long beach 2018
i'll make this, and fix it later

1. yes, i flow

2. yes, speed is fine

3. flashing isn't prep (unless it takes wayy to long )

4. i look at the round as competing narratives, i do not care what you run as long as you know what it is you are running

5. ask questions

Last Updated: 01/11/2024

I have volunteer judged at several local SF Bay Area and online speech/debate tournaments (Stephen Stewart, UOP, etc.) for 5+ years. However, I personally have zero competitive speech/debate experience myself-- treat me as a "lay" judge.

I am currently studying computer science and coding. Sound reasoning and logical arguments win the day. Quality over quantity! Listing a bunch of arguments doesn't impress me, the same way broken code doesn't impress me.

I like voting for debaters that actually demonstrate that they themselves fully understand what they're talking about and how their arguments actually work. Prove to me you've done the research. And be able to tell that to me in your own words. Anyone can read a dozen articles out loud. Few can demonstrate true critical thinking.

EVIDENCE: No need to include me on email/electronic evidence chains or show me articles during/after the debate! I should be judging the round based on the things you and your opponents said in the round- not my own reading comprehension.

SPEED: Do NOT speak over 200 words per minute! Good communication is about sending AND receiving messages. If I can't understand you, I can't buy your arguments, and you will lose.

END OF DEBATE: Give me 2-3 clear voting issues! Last speeches of any debate: stop debating. Tell me why you win! Impact/Weigh the debate for me! Explain to me explicitly (slowly and clearly) why your team makes the world a better place. Tell me what I should put down for the "RFD" on my ballot.

I'm a lay judge and have 3 years of judging experience. I'll be taking notes throughout the round, so be as clear, slow, and understandable as possible. I'm mostly tech > truth, but I won't vote on frivolous/squirrely args. I also won't vote on theory, K's, etc. Please be respectful throughout the round. If you catch miscut ev, point it out in a speech and I'll take it into consideration. (written by daughter)

For IEs:

This is my first time judging IEs (I usually judge PF)!