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Enterprising young Americans should consider emigrating
For
A forfeit, too bad. I wonder if we will ever see Con again. Sigh. Arguments are continued.
Welcome to debate.org. I look forward to an interesting debate. I will address my points 1 through 4 first, then the Con points, which I will refer to as C1, C2, C3. We have large areas of agreement: that the U.S. is descending into the dull mediocrity of the nanny state, that…
Against
Hello Roy, this is my first debate here and I am excited. If I'm doing it wrong, please notify me and I will humbly correct myself. I accept your definitions. Thank you for a well thought out case. My points are as follows; 1.Resolution includes an underlying threat of present…
2.
Taxes on the wealthy should be increased
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The wealthy may not be at fault for such policies, however that does not mean it is morally acceptable to let such behavior continue to occur within this country. They are taking advantage of the system and it has to be stopped, if not, at least an attempt must be made to…
Unfair is the fact that individuals who make a fraction of what the wealthy make, have to pay a larger proportion of taxes from their hard earned income than the wealthy do. Meanwhile the wealthy have loopholes and tax breaks that allow them to legally avoid paying taxes.…
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Is it morally acceptable for unemployed citizens to receive state and federal assistance to help them live their lives while they sit on their behinds all day. Although the wealthy does not pay as much taxes as other citizens would like them to, they do make up for it. There…
I agree that there are many loopholes and tax breaks for the wealthy, however that is not their fault. You can not blame them for using these systems that were created by the government to benefit themserlves, especially if it isn't illegal. There are many governmental services…
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Free trade should be valued above protectionism
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first I wanna say both of your arguments are plagiarised and that it is completely wrong and unjustified, now that I've said that I will begin by first arguing "your" points then go over my own. In cobos argument he says that free trade harms developing countries industries…
"It is very important for you to know that free trade leads to better roads, better health and better lives" -- Rosario Castellon. I think that Rosario Castellon is exactly right free trade does lead to a better road. Resolved: Free trade should be valued above protectionism.…
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First of all I would like to apologize to the judges for my illegal conduct in the round. I did something very un-ethical and would like to apologize to my Opponent for doing so. If my judges would like to penalize me for doing so then I will accept the defeat. I will continue…
Extend All my agruments I Await the Pro.
4.
Minimum wage laws should be abolished in the USA
For
You're right, I'll be arguing for the abolishment of both federal & state minimum wage laws. Here is a summary of my arguments: 1. A law should be abolished if it either fails to accomplish its primary objectives, or works against its primary objectives. 2. The primary…
Thanks in advance to whomever accepts this debate!
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Concerns with Pro's Arguments It is, indeed, quite true that a law should be abolished if it doesn't accomplish, or works against its primary objective. However, the primary objective of minimum wage laws is not to reduce net poverty, nor net unemployment; rather, the goal of…
I'm interested to see how this goes. Just to clarify, I signed up believing that you were in favor of abolishing the minimum wage laws; that is, removing federal and state minimum wage laws.
5.
The United States should stop minting pennies
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Resolved: The US government should stop minting the Jefferson nickel and assign the Lincoln penny a five cent value in its place. Due to the rising, and risen, costs of metal, minting change is more expensive than ever. A Jefferson nickel costs almost 8 cents to mint and the…
Against
Well, my opponent seems to have just forfeited the debate.
my opponent has forfeited the round, so I just extend all my previous arguments.
6.
Trickle-down economic theory does not work
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"Employment is the mechanism by which business operates. The effectiveness of business is very relevant to whether it is effective to permit business to flourish." --True, but what what I was saying was that even though employment is a very positive force, it is not sufficient…
--I will counter my opponent point by point, and then provide my evidence and reasoning as to why trickle down theory does not work. "A business operates by hiring employees-- by trading capital for labor, which it then directs and manages after having done intellectual labor…
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" --True, but what what I was saying was that even though employment is a very positive force, it is not sufficient to prove that trickle down theory works. " It certainly is. " --I am not arguing for the removal of businesses. I am simply arguing that increasing the wealth of…
" --This debate is not over the effectiveness of employment" Employment is the mechanism by which business operates. The effectiveness of business is very relevant to whether it is effective to permit business to flourish. "This is negated as an overall trend by the simple fact…
7.
Conservative economic policies are ineffective
For
Ya it is a shame.
I know this makes me looks stupid, I guess I was just confused by the title. Again, Im sorry. You may have been surprised I was debating PRO when I had a picture of Rush Limbaugh. lol. I definitely agree with you and you made some really good points. Its good to see that there…
Against
Thank you. This is my second attempt to do this. This exact same thing happened last time. It is truly a shame. Vote CON. Or just try to make this an even tie. But If I lose this debate then I will report the voters.
To my opponent: You are PRO; therefore, you are trying to prove that "The current economic recession is proof that conservatism is ineffective." My opponent has made three points endorsing my case: -Conservatism was not what caused the recession -Liberal policies can be blamed…
8.
Public funding of art is wasteful
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Gap in manufacturing and sale value Modern, alive artists have become damn rich. Furthermore, if the money is not helping the original, dirt-poor creator, why does selling it justify such a price? The guy that dug it up from the dead artists home has not invested much time or…
Invisible art- HAHAHA Just stare at a blank wall lol. http://www.cbc.ca... Time on 1 painting = money I have painted on one canvas for 3 years. It is trash since I am no artist, but the auction starts at 2 million. Pay me now. History Not often so. What does a blank blue…
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First, I shall attack my opponents case and his attacks, then I'll review my own case. My opponent's contention 1: Gap between manufacturing and sale value is misunderstood and no longer stands as a valid point for this debate. My opponent does not understand or realize that…
"In my own philanthropy and business endeavors, I have seen the critical role that the arts play in stimulating creativity and in developing vital communities.The arts have a crucial impact on our economy and are an important catalyst for learning, discovery, and achievement in…
9.
Socialism is a bad economic idea
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Sometimes, people take pride in something that is THEIR'S and no one else's, including land. The answer to the energy crisis... Could be, but WOULD YOU LIKE TO LIVE LIKE CRAP? I don't THINK SO!!! Unemployment. There is unemployment, AND LOW QUALITY OF LIFE WHILE BEING…
Socialism is a bad idea: Private Property: People should have a right to own and do anything that isn't illegal on their property. Otherwise, people would feel deprived. Means of Production: The government telling other companies what to do would plunge them in to the ground.…
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Let try to see what points you are trying to make 1. people have pride in land 2. i am right about energy 3. live like crap 4. there is unemployment 5. long medicine wait I think the answer is obvious, but what is better Land utilized to the fullest extent to have your food…
So we are strictly talking ideas here? that's fine. So no examples of real-world countries private property "People should have a right to own and do anything that isn't illegal on their property. Otherwise, people would feel deprived." Not true. 1. John Locke, the real founder…
10.
Minimum wage laws harm the poor
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My apologies for poor source formatting in the second round; I ran out of characters. Rebuttals: A poor person who receives a wage increase from an increase in minimum wage will indeed have increased wealth. However, not all minimum wage workers will keep their jobs after a…
I would like to start by thanking my opponent for engaging in this debate. Minimum wage laws increase unemployment. The reasons for this are simple. Many workers simply do not have the job skills to add more than a few dollars of value to the business they work for per hour. A…
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the obviousFirst of all let us state the obvious. If A poor person who works for the minimum wage has a salary increase, then his/her wealth will be increased. So the idea that minimum wage laws harm the poor is counter intuitive. unemploymentMy opponent argues that an increase…
I accept. Good luck.
11.
The United States should adopt a negative income tax
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Thank you to Bob and Shab for the debate. Good luck if you advance.Just a general note to the voters: please recognize Con didn't offer a shred of evidence to attack our case. Prefer our evidence-based case to our opponents' logic-based rebuttal. To be clear, there is nothing…
In the interests of fairness, in this round we will only be rebutting our opponent's R2.The opposing teams makes two arguments. First, they claim that a study showed an NIT was ineffective in that it reduced productivity and only replaced existing wages. However, the study they…
Against
Our team has demonstrated throughout the debate that a negative income tax would be less effective than any alternatives such as a welfare system. A negative income tax decreases incentive to work. The study discussed in round two found productivity loss and wage replacement as…
This round was written by Shab, and I will write the next round. Contention 1 - Negative income tax would reduce the size of bureaucracy Are we willing to be optimistic enough to believe that, without specifying what welfare money must be spent on, the poor will choose wisely?…
12.
Rent control causes urban decay
For
Exactly how New York CITY is not a state. But my point was not to target one specific city, but to approach rent control in itself.
I'm sorry to say this, but that argument makes no sense. How do you suppose high-income residential areas such as Beverly Hills remain clean?
Against
Because Beverly Hills is not an entire State and is small enough for outsiders to come in and work and then leave back home.
If only rich people could afford to live in New York who would sweep the streets?
13.
The United States should prioritize tax increases over spending cuts
For
My opponent has forfeited this round. Extend all contentions.
Sorry, but unless I'm mistaken, round two is supposed to be used for questioning the opponent's case. It seems as though you have no questions for me, but in response to your "general refutations," The point of an online debate is to practice writing speeches. Your refutations…
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That is a very nice arguement but these taxes will not benefit us citizens. (To shorten this because im lazy im going to list facts that will generally refute your case. If theres a specific arguement or impact i will tell you) "The confluence of fiscal policy changes scheduled…
(this first arguments are going to be short) subpoint a Spending cuts should be prioritized because tax increases would put to much pressure on the poor according to new York times these tax increases on the whole population would make the average American pay 3 and half…
14.
Economic growth alone should determine a country's success
For
Extend previous arguments.
I think you're definition of the word 'economy' has been greatly misconstrued. Every sector of industy ties in with the economy and if the economy isn't thriving, then neither will any apsect of the country. You've essentially shot yourself on the foot, because the sectors…
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As I stated in the first argument, economic growth is not the only reason for the development of a country ,other types growth are also important .If we just focus on economic growth , the other sectors like environment , arts , traditions ,etc. would be neglected and people…
economic growth is not the only reason or the development of a country because nowadys green growth is equally important . As our industries are developing the number of trees is decreasing , if we do not give equal importance to green growth , one day we will really face a…
15.
Welfare programs promote laziness
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For a brief roadmap i will be covering all of my opponents prior arguments, and proving how my side of the debate should be the one accepted. Obervation 1: My opponent stated that people commit suicide for a number of reasons, but there is one underlining issue left. He never…
For a brief roadmap i will be covering all of my opponents prior arguments, and proving how my side of the debate should be the one accepted. Observation1: First of all "proud" is a word that has several definitions. According to dictionary.com proud is defined as "having,…
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I've already proven my stance in round one (which my opponent has not covered) so please extend all of my arguments as voting issues. I will go through my opponent's last speech and deconstruct their arguments piece by piece. Obs1: This has become irrelevant to the resolution…
I'm just going offer a few observations on the round thus far, and then proceed to argue straight down the flow. Obs1: in my opponent's initial arguments, they've laid down the groundwork arguments; and in these very arguments, they've given them-self the burden to prove that…
16.
Interest rates matter for reasons commonly overlooked
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So growth only comes from deflation? It doesn't seem to be working in Japan or Europe at the moment which by the way are experimenting with negative interest rates.
The point being made was about the mechanism for money creation and this is regardless of whether it results in growth or inflation. Note I blamed it for the high inflation of the 1980s which affected the UK and the US economies as well as the low growth we are experiencing…
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I don't know where you got that from, growth comes from savings and investment; deflation, when the money supply remains stable, indicates economic growth. Take Switzerland for example; their money deflated by 2% this year, and their economy grew by 2% also! This deflation was…
"If deflation is the result of increasing supply where is the incentive to grow a business if it results in no significant increase in revenue." If the money supply stays the same but prices deflate, then there is plenty incentive to grow a business as your revenue does…
17.
Stores should not open on public holidays
For
in conclusion holiday store openings are good.
Extended.
Against
Well families cant spend much time with their families forcing the families to change plans.
Stores should NOT be open on holidays especially black Friday.
18.
The government should introduce a flat tax
For
Not necessarily, if we abolish all of our unnecessary programs we could establish a flat tax of 5% and run a surplus.
We should introduce a flat tax because then rich people cannot cheat out of their taxes through "loopholes."
Against
Introducing a flat tax would not solve this problem. The IRS has released data on the 400 highest earning Americans, they pay 18% of what they earn in taxes(1). A flat tax would be even lower since a high flat tax would impoverish the poor. This is the argument for progressive…
Scrapping all existing income tax and replacing them with a single "flat tax" is a very simple idea. But does it work? Anyone willing to participate will be taking the for side of this debate. I will let you make the first point.
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Corporate welfare is a real problem that governments should address
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My opponent has forfeited all rounds, I urge a vote in my favor.
The above examples prove that corporate welfare does exist, that there is such a thing as corporate welfare. With that I extend my previous round.
Against
I have a hard time understanding how that works.Maybe someone could explain it.
20.
Free market capitalism inevitably leads to corruption
For
Rebuttles: 1. While a Corporation is not strictly a business, corporations have historically not sprung up at the behest of government, only as an option. No business *has* to incorporate, yet most choose to because of the advantageous footing this has come to put them on in…
Thank you so much for taking up my debate, and for launching with such eloquent gusto. I'm going to enjoy this! First to rebut: I would agree completely that democracy and a free market aren't really connected in any way other than perception, but that being said, the free-er a…
Against
"While a Corporation is not strictly a business, corporations have historically not sprung up at the behest of government"- You kind of missed the point. It is still sanctioned favoritism. "corporate status means little in terms of power, it's only a logical extension of…
I will first address the premise that corporatism is the inevitable result and than go on to explain a fundamental understanding of the balance of power between Public and private sectors and why that balance should favor the private sector in terms of regulations and so forth.…
21.
Taxes on the wealthy should be increased
For
P1) Taxes on the rich can help the economy. The money from the wealthy can be used for investments in "education and infrastructure", while allowing lower taxes for the middle class that can promote more spending for the economy. http://www.marketplace.org... P2) The rich have…
P1) The business the rich make or help make cannot compete with the buying power of the middle class. If there is no one who can afford what a business has to sell then they end up failing. Even though the rich has more money it does not mean that they buy more than the average…
Against
p1- Taxing the rich does not help the economy. While taxes maybe redistributed to provide social welfare, in the long run it does not helps society because the rich would be discourage from investing into the economy. Investing into the economy ranges from giving money to…
P1- The buying power of the middle class have been declining.http://www.dailyfinance.com... There was a fallacy, red herring, in your argument. The issue at hand is whether taxes should be increase on the rich. By taxing the rich, the government create incentives for many…
22.
The United States should keep the Federal Reserve
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Capital encompasses more than material goods. That's point number one. Point number two is that capital can, indeed, result from an increase in money supply. The counter-side to that coin is inflation. While it's a viable argument, it isn't to the extent my libertarian friend…
To my rebuttal - The free market dictation isn't value neutral, and the boom-bust cycle my opponent listed as attributable to the Federal Reserve is plain false. Periods of booms and busts have existed long before the Federal Reserve was established, and is in fact, part of the…
Against
In conclusion, there is a pressing need to abolish the federal reserve and central banks in all countries immediately. This institution, more than any other, is responsible for so many of the problems we face today. If a nation's money supply is sick, then the entire health of…
Capitol (sic) refers to goods that are used in the production of goods and services. Capital does not result from an increase in the money supply, as my opponent alleges, but rather from individual savings. These savings are invested in corporations and they use the funds to…
23.
Capitalism is the best economic system
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People who aren't grateful should be taken to a country where people aren't as well off as us, stripped of their possessions and forced to live off whatever they can scrape together. Then we'll see whether they still think that society doesn't look after people. In the end,…
Capitalism is the only system that truly represents the achievements of the individual. When it comes down to it, if you work hard and play by society's rules, you will prosper. And before you say, 'Why should we play by society's rules?', ...remember, every one of us has a…
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In a socialist society, if you work hard and "play by the rules" can will still be rewarded. That is a too common myth about socialism. One of the biggest faults of a 100% free market is that they claim that people will naturally buy whatever the best value product is, but this…
My opponent has neglected to define some terms, so I will, to ensure that we are debating the same thing, and not different things under the same word. Capitalism - "an economic system in which the means of production are privately owned and operated for a private profit;…
24.
Buying a used car is smarter than buying a new one
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I would also like to apologize for the small character space. While my opponent does make some good arguments, He does quite a bit of assuming. For example, he states, "For someone with a high paying job, where time is extremely important, like perhaps a salesman that needs…
I really think both sides will be insightful, and thought provoking for the voters. This topic is more important right now than it has ever been in this country. For the average Joe, only buying a house surpasses the importance of buying a car. So, which one is smarter? New or…
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First I would like to defend the claim that I made the assumption, "that new cars do not break down. " I did not intend to make that assumption as of course that is not true, if it was, new cars would not have warranties to begin with. Only that new cars break down less then…
I'd like to first summarize the points of my opponent, make my counters to them, and then present my arguments that "Buying a used car is" not always "smarter than buying a new car. " My opponent claims "Used cars cost less than new cars" based on the following criteria,…
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The middle class does not exist as a meaningful category
For
This now just seems completely useless.
"A two class system wouldn't work very good since it will have to cover just two extremes and it would be hard for the average worker to identify themselves as the most wealthy or poorest class since they likely wouldn't feel very rich or very poor." " Con My opponent claims…
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"5thInternationalist's account is no longer active." Well, I guess he quit.
If there is no such thing as the middle class, then what would be the class above poverty level and below the wealthy? http://www.washingtonpost.com...
26.
Competition is a greater force for good than government regulation
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My opponent forfeited the last round unfortunately. Seeing as this is last round, I will wrap this up. First, my opponent has conceded most of the debate. The resolution is "The invisible hand and competition are greater forces for good than government regulation and price…
I would like to point out what happens when price control is put into effect in this small town: A small town has a business "carrying capacity". With all the businesses and Walmart there, each making the same profit, and not competing, all go out of business because none of…
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Both of my opponents points 1-9 and 1-4 end saying it makes people poorer and limits innovation because of the government and price control. To show that this is not the case, I will use an example that covers both. Just for easy I'm going to from now on state that because…
As the con of this argument I will have to disagree with the resolution, "The invisible hand and competition are greater forces for good than government regulation and price control" I would like to start by comparing the invisible hand with government regulation. In the…
27.
In the United States, tax increases should be prioritized over spending cuts
For
since my opponent has failed to even give a case. I have won
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Against
Hi
28.
Free trade benefits the United States
For
"If greenhouse gas emissions continue at their current rate, we'll soon reach a tipping point, after which runaway climate change will make the planet uninhabitable to humans." You claim that greenhouse gas emissions usage, if continued at this rate, would like to runaway…
Free Trade Increases Innovation and Efficiency The first reason one should support free trade is because open trade with other countries leads to maximized innovation and efficiency in the economy. The reason why there is more innovation in a free market is because businesses…
Against
The trade regulations I advocate are targeted towards specific problems with unfettered free trade. I don't argue massive tariffs on every industry. To the extent that Pro's rebuttals attack wholesale protectionism, they simply miss their mark.SurvivalPro admits that we must…
I'll start with my arguments and then do a rebuttal.Free trade poses an existential threat to human survival97% of climate scientists agree that humans are causing global warming. [1] Climate change harms agriculture, human health, ecosystems, water supplies, and the economy.…
29.
The free market is the superior economic system
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Well my communist friend, I believe I have had enough time to formulate an argument. My stance ( as stated ) is that a Free Market Economy functions is the superior ( as in, its of outstanding quality) economic system. First round is opening argument, and acceptance. 1)- True…
1) I content that GDP per capita is meaningless. As Having money is in fact a positive freedom, and allows you to do more. 2) I did not commit this fallacy by any means. You said costs of living were high in the UAE, and I gave an attempt to explain why. I did not content that…
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1. Incorrect. It is circular logic...Why is wealth positive? Because it can be spent in a capitalist society to buy any commodity. Why does it have to be spent? Because it implies value... 2. I maintain that the UAE is indeed the perfect free market. The definition of Free…
1. Again, the happiness index you provided takes GDP into account. We should completely discard this sort of argument, as it bases itself off the pretense that GDP has effects on quality of life. I wish to bring up the more reliable index, which takes into account:…
30.
Governments should provide a guaranteed minimum income
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This debate is a clear Pro win as most of my case stands unrefuted. I. Policy Con is hinging his hopes of winning the debate on the libertarianism argument because never responds to most of my damning indictments of the welfare system. Unfortunately, this is a policy debate,…
I. CounterplanCon cites the 1996 Welfare work requirements as an example of what we should do. First, turn this argument. Daily Kos[1] explains that after the work requirement was implemented in 1996 the administrative costs of welfare skyrocketed from around 14% to nearly 30%…
Against
Thanks for the debate, Thett. == Libertarian Ethics == Pro states that this is a "policy" debate in an attempt to reject my libertarian ethical argument off-hand, yet nowhere in the opening round is this stated. There is nothing in the resolution implying that we are strictly…
I'll start off by clarifying some issues on case structure. My main negative case against the resolution is the libertarian ethical argument against all forms of government-funded welfare; everything else, including the counter-plan, is in rebuttal to my opponent's case. Since…
31.
Government pensions and Social Security should be abolished
For
I'll let my opponent lay out his points first...
Against
Once again, I have nothing to respond to.
Since my opponent has yet to give a reason why this should happen, I would find it difficult to debate against.
32.
Google should spin off YouTube
For
And that is the conclusion to the debate! Voters, choose whoever you agree with after you read this entire debate and I hope you have happy holidays and a lovely new year that is to come. Cheers to that, yes Deanovan? Happy holidays to all of ya!
Final round! Let us begin! Remember, at round five, if you choose not to continue, just say "Conclusion" in the debate thing that comes up. And make your response to this your final one. Same format as always. 1.) Yes, that is correct. But bear in mind, I believe that keeping…
Against
Ok final round. i promise round 5 will be my last response. unless my opponent uses his round 5 for another argument. again i hope you will all forgive my public forum debate style. i would like to use this round as my final focus, to summarize the debate up to this point, and…
im soooo sorry about the "flowing trough" its a public forum debate style. basically when somthing is not directely adressed or not to my satisfaction i say that, and so you have to recover from that. the point of the debate is basically for me to incriminate your case. i will…
33.
Raising the federal minimum wage would harm employment
For
Time: For sake of argument, I will concede that time is actually important.It would be interesting to note that the minimum wage for some sub-groups actually makes it harder for them. Teenagers often enter the minimum wage workforce to gain experience. However, if they are not…
Neoclassical predictions do not entail a specific time frame. If the wages are above the market equilibrium, those in worth less than the equilibrium will not be hired. If the equilibrium changes, as most things do in the market, the minimum wage in 20 years may have no effect.…
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My opponent opens this round by saying that a time frame is a "red herring". That position could not be more incorrect. If we aren't allowed to take long-term benefit into account, the entire debate has no merit because no effect is either infinite or instantaneous. I could…
The weakness in the neoclassical theories PRO posits lie in the lack of specificity of time frame. While it is true that an increase in minimum wage may temporarily decrease both hiring and productivity (the former case is far stronger than the latter, we'll get to that further…
34.
Taxes on inherited wealth should be abolished
For
Summary of the proposition
Efforts to reduce tax
Against
Summary
A Just Tax
35.
Governments should require employers to pay a living wage
For
How does a living wage hurt the people it needs to help. The Government isn't turning their back on the people who make a living wage. An employer makes more money than his employee. The Government isn't saying that we'll tell the employers to pay it, but at the same time we'll…
I think it is fine because stores that pay employees a living wage still make a lot of money that the employer is capabale enough to pay the living wage
Against
My opponent hasn't provided any reasons in favor of the resolution and hasn't attacked any of my contentions.
Because, forcing employers to pay a "living wage" harm the very people it is supposed to help, I negate the resolution. Resolved: Just governments ought to require employers to pay a living wage. The value is justice because the resolution questions the actions of a just…
36.
Mining is relatively safe for workers
For
That's not as bad as occupations in the fecal matter industry. Toilet paper testers are people who actually need to test how effective toilet paper is before it's put on the market. Toilet paper testers need to wipe volunteers (participants in the study's) butts with their…
Mining: "Whacking resources with a piece of crescent shaped iron or steel."Mining can't possibly be that dangerous. I look forward to this riveting debate.
Against
Thank you for accepting my challenge.Mining ventilation is a significant safety concern for many miners. Without clean air, the miners might suffocate, and harmful gases, dust and heat may cause injury or death. Ignited methane gas explosions are very dangerous and common,…
Welcome to the debateFirst round is for defining and the last round is for conclusions. I define mining as a quest that involved digging at a very large scale to seek for precious stones or metals. I define relatively as 'compared to other occupations' and safe as 'compared to…
37.
Employers should be banned from using credit scores in hiring
For
The information that is used to create a credit score is derived from five main areas: types of credit in use (10%), new credit (10%), Length of credit history (15%), amounts owed (30%), and payment history (35%). Credit agencies do not use factors such as gender, race,…
Con said, "Just because not every…minority is responsible for the statistical situation of their group does not mean that they are not responsible for their own credit score, indeed, it is for precisely the same reasons that absolve them from responsibility for their group,…
Against
" Credit scoring used in hiring practices creates what is called an adverse affect, and it's against the law." Whether something actually is against the law has no bearing on whether it "Should be" prohibited, i.e. against the law. " "It shall be an unlawful employment practice…
" First off, the resolution is intended for government intervention under EEOC laws to include credit scoring for non-bone fide reasons. This negates anything related to military or security sensitive jobs, and that is a bone fide reason for discriminating against someone under…
38.
Advertising is necessary in today's society
For
Starbucks actually does a lot of advertising, just not often on television. However, I understand your point. Thank you for participating in this debate.
That is interesting, could you explain why you think so? Some argue that it is very necessary for a good economy many more aspects.
Against
You are welcome, thank you for this debate.
It is convenient but not necessary. Necessity indicates an inability to cope without it. corporations such as Rolls Royce and Krispy Kreme never advertised the brand, in fact I don't think Starbucks does either. They develop via cult branding (peer pressure).
39.
It is in the best interest of the United States to keep oil prices low
For
I am very sorry about this debate, my time lately has been very hectic. I would be pleased to do a different debate with more time to respond
Thank you for starting this debate. I look forward to hearing your arguements.
Against
Extend arguments again. And if my opponent responds in his last speech, its unfair since I have no chance to respond. Thank you
Extend all the arguments
40.
China is deliberately buying up American assets
For
1. I have to admit that comparing China and USA to siblings is logical to make it on a simpler scale, but unfortunately it doesn't really apply anymore. Through recent history, it's been known to us that China would rather protect North Korea and Iran from invasion than USA.…
China is a large nation based on both agriculture and industry. Many people think that with their tens of millions in poverty, there's no way that they can have monopolies within the USA if their own economy is fragile and vulnerable to recession like we were. They've already…
Against
:( How unfortunate and disappointing. Oh well. I'll take the burden of concluding both our points. :)CON China is more dependent on us. China's about to have an economically damaging baby boom. China and the United States are obligated economic allies. China's economic growth…
Nothing to rebut or refute that I already haven't.I won't make new arguments, as I don't believe my opponent would be very happy, then.So, consider this a Round skip.
41.
Electronic Arts is making bad business decisions
For
While I agree that all businesses, not just EA, want money and do not really care how they get it, I would like to say that other game developers seem to produce products that aren't broken and listen to what the fans have to say. I'm not saying that all companies care, of…
(I apologize for going off topic, but I am absolutely elated that someone took on this argument :D ) If you look at it from that perspective, then you can excuse the idea of Origin. However, Steam generates many sales and EA is already a big company. Why would they need to be…
Against
I agree with you on your last point. I feel that Diablo 3 was a big downfall for EA, but as a whole they are still a great game-making organization. Many other aspects of EA are going downhill, but EA games still has a big advantage with one franchise of games: EA Sports. EA…
I agree with you to a certain extent with this Electronic Arts topic. I do feel that following getting voted Worst Company in America they would have turned their company around and put forth better games, service, and trying things differently. Although this year I did not…
42.
Interest rates on personal lending should be capped by law at 20%
For
Rebuttal: Understanding the problem outlined by Proposition
Our policy balances the free market and state intervention
Against
The plan leaves out every person without a credit when central bank interest rate is high
Interest rates are there for a reason
43.
Capitalism cannot exist without the state
For
Ok... it seems there was no coherence to that argument whatsoever. I suppose I'll just continue and offer a rebuttal to a possible and common argument an opponent may make. An opponent may say that capitalism can exist in a stateless society because the capitalists could hire…
The reason I believe capitalism cannot exist without the state is because the state is the one which enforces private property rights. If you got rid of the state, there would be no one to protect your private property, and capitalism would then cease to exist as people and…
Against
In my last round post . when baitra is left . Baitra will be building it bigger Baitra can become a single state.
YOk , for example I have found a country and named it mashammi and it has 18 states siba , roshan , vironi , smuglv , fursti , gabi , shitma , daigat. Mobas , tumar , adhu , zathra , gristaph , Sobash , badbi , shokushtrakaà , faswata , ghazwala , cootra , hishstrs. Then the…
44.
Government should intervene to lower college costs
For
I have a puppy, but I prefer my cat most of the time. She enjoys eating. A lot.
I like cats.
Against
Yep.
I like cats, too. Not really a dog person.
45.
Ferrari has built the most successful cars ever
For
Ferrari's fall into the list of most popular cars not only in recent studies by some of the most trusted car reviews of all time, Motortrend. I'd give you a link but my computer is acting weird and won't let me. So, I just say my argument without links. They are one of the most…
Ferrari's rich history speaks for itself. The cars have very few problems. And they build better ones every year. Their stunning 0-60 mph seems impossible to top yet they get faster and faster. They have fantastic body shapes, and aggressive sounding engines. They also have a…
Against
I tried to google "MotorTrend most popular car" and could not find any lists of anything. I do not know what would act up with a computer that would prevent you from copy and pasting. even if the link wouldn't show up for us to click, you should still post it. In the current F1…
Pro has made a bold statement stating Ferrari's are the most successful car ever.In the comments, Pro has defined "successful" as: "I define successful has in car sales, achieving the companies expectations, and of course, going above the expectations, speed, power, and top…
46.
The best way to increase wages is to decrease unemployment
For
I am arguing against price controls for labor and labor unions. Instead, I am arguing that the government should, instead of focusing on raising wages, should focus on decreasing unemployment. My opponent can start in R1 or just accept. That is up to him/her.
Looks like Con has no arguments *another forfeit*.
Against
Accepted.I assume the debate will be:R1 AcceptanceR2 State ArgumentR3 Rebutals/ Closing Argument
47.
Capitalism is harmful to the working class
For
It looks like my opponent strayed away from the round structure they agreed to when they accepted the debate(they made no disagreement with the structure I set before, so it should have been assumed they agreed). As you can see in round 2, they did not offer any direct…
Happy new year to my opponent as well!Capitalism takes money away from workersThe main problem with capitalism is it is a hierarchical system which has people at the top which take money away from what could be going to the workers. I believe that a business owner is completely…
Against
(1) A very simple example of free market Capitalism [that being, an unrestrained marketplace in which goods and services are exchanged for profit] is the internet. Private individuals are constantly investing in providing goods and services to internet users at the best quality…
First I would like to say happy New Year to you. Second, I accept this debate challenge. I will be using this round to introduce my arguments in support of unfettered, free market Capitalism. (1) It is no secret that within a Capitalist society, the masses will experience…
48.
Corporate companies should pay taxes
For
I know that the corporates are making a lot of money. But, they are also the job makers. Without them people will be unemployed. Therefore, corporates are already doing a favor to the society, and therefore they do not need to give more to the society by paying taxes.
Against
and you have no answer...
however they would be doing even more of a favour if they paid taxes which would mean millions more pounds for the government, this would mean that they would not have to lay of more people so even more people would end up with jobs
49.
Socialism is better than capitalism
For
For those of you that read this debate carefully you will notice my opponent insist I have not met my BOP over and over again. This debate is called "Socialism is better then Capitalism" My opponent, not once explains the opposite. His only statement about Capitalism was. .. .…
Thanks to my opponent for his timely response. I can offer you a reason for my short unorganized response. I am very passionate about the change that is coming and the change that is needed. I think I let my emotional side take over my finger tips instead of my intellectual…
Against
Unfortunately this debate has turned into a BOP argument. I claim my opponent has not upheld his BOP(he hasn't) and my opponent says that I have not upheld my BOP. However upon looking at my opponent's profile I see that he only joined 2 weeks ago. So, I will take a moment to…
I will now list my opponent's arguments and show where they fall short either logically or empirically. 20% of Americans believe Socialism is better than Capitalism. My opponent claims that based on this marginal statistic, the majority of Americans want a change to Capitalism.…
50.
Capitalism does more harm than good to human life
For
This last round is devided into two parts. One is a comment on Child Labor. Second is a conclusion. About Child Labor. : Since the Tiananmen democracy movement, Chinese Government established a free-economic zone in the wave of Global Capitalism on the coast areas, in which…
This round is the continuation of my arguments, exploring that Capitalism is the source of harmful effects to human life. Thirdly, War and Capitalism. The U.S. has been spending a large amount of money on millitary build-up since the end of World War 2. The millitary -…
Against
My opponent drops nearly all of my arguments and still cannot locate the quotation mark key or copy+paste a URL.Conclusion: My opponent has not upheld his BOP that all detrimental effects to human life are caused by Capitalism. I have demonstrated several factors that make…
I'm not going to waste a lot of time on debunking my opponent's asinine claims, so my argument may seem brash, but he hasn't addressed any of my points rationally and continues labelling things as capitalism that aren't. He is either trolling or incredibly ignorant of economics…

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