EMAIL FOR CHAIN: jasondalexander@icloud.com

PARADIGM:

I am a Tabula Rasa judge. While I don't have debating experience, I did study critical theory and postmodern theory in graduate school and am confident in judging progressive LD.

PREFERENCES:

Timing: I will time the round no matter what but prefer debaters self-time so I can focus on flowing. I will provide time signals upon request.

Standing: I prefer debaters stand (including CRX) but it's not a dealbreaker.

Contentions: I prefer clearly phrased contentions and the identification of subcontentions (i.e., "Contention 1: The devastating effects of nuclear arsenals. Subcontention A: Accidental miscalculation.").

Voting Issues: If you enumerate your Voting Issues in final Rebuttal, that greatly helps me score the round.

Spreading: If you intend to spread, please slow down on tags and analytics.

Respect: Please respect your judge and colleagues. Ask if your judge is ready and your opponent is ready. Make eye contact with the judge as much as possible. Avoid language that may be considered offensive and strive for inclusiveness.

Fashion: I have no preference at all regarding the formality of your attire.

No Handshakes: Sorry, the 21st century doesn't allow for or require this tradition.

EXPERIENCE:

- Primarily judge VLD

- Have also judged JVLD, NLD and PF

- Parent judge from Unionville High School

- Began judging in Fall 2018