I was a former policy debater in high school and briefly in college.

Speed is ok, don't cross read

Debate is a game, and while there are some basic expectations most of the rules of the game are also debatable.

If you don't make the argument, don't expect me to make it for you.

The activity of debate enhanced my life long after my debating years were over. This critical activity has impacts that go far beyond the debate round. While I do believe that real change, meaning, and dialogue can occur in the round, I also believe that future personal impacts are realized much later. Honing skills that elevate critical thinking is perhaps the most important aspect of any debate round for me personally.

I debated policy all through high school. I'm currently one of the coaches for Cedar Valley HS. I don't have a problem with speed.