Lifestyle Debate Topics for Students

212 debate topics, students. Debatable motions with arguments for and against. Open the arguments below, pick one at random, or present them full-screen.

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1.
Beauty contests should be banned
For
Hello, I will begin our final round by jumping straight into rebuttals First, "Is this fair? To deprive a young girl of playing outside with her friends? To instead stick her in a place she already hates, which a bunch of fake people she will learn to hate" Not all children…
Since my position and arguments have already been affirmed, I will jump straight into rebuttals. Also, since you did not offer a counter argument on my interpretation of the topic, I must assume you agree. Thus, I will move on. "One of the largest issues that deals with Child…
Against
"Is this fair? To deprive a young girl of playing outside with her friends? To instead stick her in a place she already hates, which a bunch of fake people she will learn to hate" Not all children like playing outside it is stereotypical to say that all children like playing…
One of the largest issues that deals with Child hood beauty pageants is the problem of little children being forced to be dressed in sexualising costumes, that ruins their innocence and such. However it should be pointed out that a childhood beauty pageant ranges til the age of…
2.
We can know a person through body language alone
For
hi ok thank you for replying .wow nice reply . see if you have helped somebody and you met that person somewhere but he is not talking to you and ignoring you his body language telling you something don't you find him rude or mean. you said that the person might be busy . but…
Hi thank you for excepting ! See body language is a science .if some body ignores you without any reason dint you find him bad person or mean. Body language says allot . its mirror of our mind 80% of our communication depends up on body language police can able to identify a…
Against
Hello, and thanks for responding to my argument. I'm really sorry, but your writing is incredibly difficult to read with the lack of punctuation, capitalization, and general grammar. I'm just going to respond to a few points, as some of them are slightly confusing to me. "see…
I would like to politely ask pro to use punctuation and to spell check his arguments, as to make them easier to read. To be clear we are arguing that you can get to know somebody without speaking, just through body language. Am I correct? "See body language is a science . if…
3.
Women rely more on others' opinions when choosing partners
For
As with most generalizations, this statement is simply not true for many (if not most) females. I would counter that a similar trend can be found in males." Generalization are usually untrue when they are are applied to ALL of a particular group. I say I am generalized…
I'm generalizing of course. But guys, if you want to ruin your chances with a female (regardless of how attracted she is to you physically) just find a way to make sure her friends disapprove of you. The perceived personal status that would result from a prospective romantic…
Against
My opponent again claims that his hypothesis is true for 'most' women. This seems to be based on established stereotypes that one might find on television or movies. As we all know, television and movies are often incorrect in their depictions of reality. As there are many…
As with most generalizations, this statement is simply not true for many (if not most) females. I would counter that a similar trend can be found in males. Certainly approval within her network is a contributing factor (to varying degrees) as to whether a 'romantic alliance'…
4.
Early marriage is harmful to young people
For
Early marriage can cause a lot of social and health problemFirst I want to said that people who are getting marriage in early ages doing this because of accidents such as pregancy. And often this marriage is not so strong. because it was like not because of the love or…
Okay, here is statistics which you need so much: http://dalrock.wordpress.com... Factors of early marriage: Love This is by far the most logical reason for teenagers getting married. However, when you are young and inexperienced, you might not know what love really is. You have…
Against
Although I am frightened by your grammar and lack of concrete evidence, I am willing to debate you on this topic. You said that young marriages lead to divorce, however, divorce is not exclusively for young couples. [1] shows the divorce rates for every state in the US,…
Yes, things do change over time, but as you and I both have shown, the divorce rates for all ages are pretty high, respectively. If love is required to marry, then why are adults able to marry? You have to experience these falls and these sad times in order to find out what…
5.
High heels should be made illegal
For
Here's why: they serve no purpose other than making men and women look ridiculous as whenever they walk in high heels, they appeared to be squeezing their butt cheeks to prevent body waste from exiting. Or need to use bathroom badly. Why people would wear those silly…
Against
Unfortunately, my opponent has forfeited another round. I have successfully negated the resolution by refuting my opponent's points and presenting six strong arguments against it.
My opponent has, unfortunately, appeared to have forfeited, and thus I extend all arguments.
6.
Sagging pants should be banned everywhere
For
Part 2 and my conclusion are correct. As you have accepted this argument, I now believe that you sag. I find it disgusting, I also find gay kissing disgusting, but I do not say that should be banned. Love is love. I am tired of seeing guys sagging, walking like a duck, and not…
If you were to come here, you would see how stupid it is. People walk around believing their looking cool. It started up in prison to say that their free for sex. But guess what, I don't do it and I'm not even busy half the time. I may have my old glasses back, but seeing…
Against
My opponent now seems to imply that sagging should only be banned against people who can afford a belt. However, his reasons for banning this in the first place are still founded upon his personal dislike for it. As I've shown this is not a good reason to ban it altogether. My…
My opponent has dropped my rebuttals. Does this mean he concedes my arguments?My opponent's second round can be divided into two parts:Part 1P1: Whatever I find disgusting ought to be banned.P2: I find sagging disgustingC: Sagging ought to be banned.Obviously P1 has not been…
7.
Celebrity life is more fulfilling than ordinary life
For
Your Con, though. You know AGAINST?! My first reason why the life of a celeb is totally GLAM is because It inspires children to fight for their dreams and desires. You could bring total joy to even the unhappiest of fan just by one look. The money you get can be donated to…
Well, I always wanted to be a calebrity when I was little and I still do today. If you defeat me by giving me reasons why the life of a celebrity isn't totally glamorous.... Well, that is if you can beat me.
Against
Extend argument.
A celebrity is a person who works hard all of their life to become well known, and then wears dark glasses to avoid being recognized. This was stated by Fred Allen. It is because i agree with him that I stand firmly on the Negation side of the resolution stating: The life of a…
8.
Flirting on online dating sites is cheating in a long-term relationship
For
Using websites such as (OkCupid, plentyoffish.org, eharmony, etc) and creating a profile that has been created saying you are single and looking for short-term/long-term relationships and casual sex, when in reality you are in a long-term relationship with someone and have been…
However, perhaps we need to look into detail, more about this relationship. The term cheating can be interpreted in many different aspects in several relationships across North America. Every couple have different views on what they consider cheating and/or not cheating. The…
Against
Now, there is one extremely important term in this debate, and here is a fair definition of it: cheat - to be sexually unfaithful. It is understood that we are talking about someone who creates a profile on a dating website. This profile states that the creator is: a) single,…
Unfortunately, my opponent has forfeited the last round of the debate and has been unable to refute my argumentation. I urge a vote in my favor. Thank you.
9.
Having backstabbing friends is worse than having none
For
My opponent added the word 'traitors' in. This wasn't the resolution.If one has no friends, they not only lose out on experience on social interaction but they begin shutting off the opportunity to branch out and find valuable allies in times of need. If one has no allies at…
Against
Alas, My opponent forfeited. Once again, I apologize for forfeiting one round.
I must apologize for forfeiting the previous round (despite the fact that my opponent forfeited two). I was travelling and I forgot all about the debate. Either way, this debate is over anyway. I think it is fair if round 3 is not taken into account on this debate since both of…
10.
Vegetarian parents should let kids try meat once
For
For the record, im not a vegan or vegetarian and i believe that eating meat is a great thing. Please dont try to change my viewpoint though, because you wont. Ive just seen too many kids born out of vegan/vegetarian households and they never eat meat because their parents put a…
"This is false for a variety or reasons. First of all, "children" are, by definition, below the age of majority as theis is the exact age of a society where a child is labelled an adult [http://www.bclaws.ca......]. The age of majority is the age at which the concept of…
Against
Extending all arguments.
Sorry, the link I meant to post for the second link was this: http://sciencenordic.com... The law is not only for court cases. Court cases occur when the law applying to an individual is suspected as having been disobeyed where it should have been obeyed. They must obey the law…
11.
Lamborghini sports cars are better than Ferraris
For
in my own oppinion, that is soooooo true!!!!!!!! because the lamberghini has more horse power than the ferrairri. there for the lamberghini is better!
Against
This isn't a blog. You need to debate someone when you start a debate. You are misleading people into a debate that win't happen. I have no argument since you didn't respond I'm saying the same thing to speed up this process.
Firegxx This isn't a blog. You need to debate someone when you start a debate. You are misleading people into a debate that win't happen. I have no argument since you didn't respond I'm saying the same thing to speed up this process.
12.
Parents should not let graduates move back home
For
Decreases the chance of graduates ending up in inappropriate family jobs or local work.
Less strain on the parents.
Against
An attitude that undermines higher education.
fall-back option in a bad economy.
13.
Couples should follow a no-contact rule after breakups
For
The No Contact Rule (NCR) states that there should be no contacts made between you and your ex for at least three months. This rule should be followed in order to be emotionally prepared before entering a new relationship.
Against
Concession.
Exactly.
14.
Flirting is generally dangerous to relationships
For
"For example, if a woman says to a man, "Wow, you're really good at ping pong!" it typically follows that the man would ask if she wanted to play with him. This could certainly be interpreted as flirting, but it is really dependent on the context of the situation, the…
A one night stand is just a one night stand. You can have sex, but it's only for 1 night, you don't even need to flirt to have those. Simply ask away and it'll happen, but no relationships are involved. It doesn't have to fall into marriage, just into a relationship. You can…
Against
Although I've never been personally involved in a one night stand, I think I can safely assert that you cannot just ask to have one with someone and it'll happen, unless either, or both, are intoxicated, at which point they are legally unable to consent to sexual intercourse.…
Q: What if you flirt just to have sex? A: If you flirt just to have sex, you're flirting to achieve sexual pleasure. You can call that selfish if you like, but as long as the sex is safe and consensual there is nothing wrong with it. I argue that long-term, committed…
15.
Cohabitation outside marriage is harmful
For
No, No, This discussion is hereby cancelled. No sense in going any further trying to be contentious about it. Thank you.
Well this discussion is hereby cancelled. No sense in going any further trying to be contentious about it. Thank you.
Against
Debate over
I'm not being contentious, Just had to call you out and I even attempted to have a debate about this but thanks for cancelling it, I lost interest anyways. Hopefully you learn something and you won't make the same mistake twice. :) - Debate over.
16.
Being a doctor is a better career than being a lawyer
For
I will refute Con's argument (or rather a question).I have never said that working as a lawyer is bad, but that working as a doctor is better than working as a lawyer. I agree with Con that lawyers are helpful in getting people out of jail. However, a criminal is a criminal for…
Sorry I do not understand what you mean by "layers." However, I will continue my arguments.2. Many people appreciate the service that doctors give them, but only some appreciate lawyers' serviceOur lives are more important than our social issues and laws, which would mean…
Against
what if your going t jail? wouldnt you need a lawyer to help get you out
Layers are the best
17.
Making a decision is the only way to change a destructive lifestyle
For
Even in solitary confinement a person can have a destructive or a constructive lifestyle. They both will have different outcomes.Nothing ever just happens. We all reap what we sow.It takes a quality decision to change our future.Not to continue sowing destruction.
Jail is not a valid argument either. Even in jail you have choices to make which can be healthy or destructive. They are people just like us.Even for life you can make the most of it.You can be friendly or bitter. It is always a choice.
Against
Depends how you define "destructive." I'm defining it as "tending to cause harm to yourself or others," in this context. A murderer who makes deep cuts in his own arms in his spare time will be less destructive in a prison cell. That's a change. I'm not saying he will be…
Pro, we're debating: "The only solution to changing a destructive lifestyle is making a quality decision." But Pro did not specify that the lifestyle must by mainly destructive to the individual practicing it or anything like that. In fact, Pro did not even specify that the…
18.
The world should move towards veganism
For
This debate is impossible to accept. Only want good debaters. This statement does not apply to primitive societies, nor force to achieve it. It is suggesting that if, as a society we became vegan, we would be better off from a selfish point of view. But also, that it is in my…
You argue that we are not obliged to become vegan. Well do you believe that a parent is obliged to look after their child? And if so, on what grounds is that obligation legitimised? Well I will tell you: because that child is only there as a result of their actions, and because…
Against
To wrap up the debate.Pro used his own morality to claim that eating meat was immoral without justifying his own morality and negating the morality of others who disagree.Pro conceded that there are instances in which eating meat is justified. Pro conceded that we have no…
Counter-Arguments:"Well do you believe that a parent is obliged to look after their child? And if so, on what grounds...because that child is only there as a result of their actions, and because making him unhappy is simply 'not nice'."-A parent is generally obliged to look…
19.
The Chevrolet Corvette is superior to the Ford Mustang
For
I know! I just read a debate on how the Mustang was better in every way than the Corvette. They are in two totally different worlds! They are in two different classes. I love both cars but you can't just simply say one is better when they aren't on the same terms. But the…
Many people say the Mustang is better than the Corvette, when the corvette has wider rims, a better engine, faster speed, and is more aerodynamic. Please help enlighten me to which one is the best.
Against
The mustang is very different from the corvette. Not just in class but in purpose and function. My opponent is not wrong to say that the corvette is an international competitor. The mustang has a different purpose. Its a car for the consumer. Every man has the possibility to…
this is the first time i have had this debate because, well these two cars aren't quit direct competitors. any person that follows the auto industry know that almost every thing said by the instigator is indeed true. (saying that the engine is just "better" is mostly a matter…
20.
Choosing not to have children is preferable
For
Animals in animal kingdom are not in the same level as we are. We are human being with critical thinking skills, we can decide if we want kids are not. Even if it's the main purpose of life, we still don't have to do it because it is simpler better without having kids. We can…
Thank you for accepting the challenge :) In my opinion that reproducing is not our main purpose. Many people hold to this belief without thinking of it. They try so hard to do good in middle school so they can do good in high school so they can get into a good college so they…
Against
all you have to do is look at the animal kingdom. they eat and reproduce. that's their main objectives. con says what if they are losers. well what if they are winners and rich. either way you can love and be loved regardless. bottomline is it's man's main purpose to reproduce,
it could easily be said that our main purpose in life is to reproduce. our biological drive is to eat, reproduce until death. you take out reproduction from the equation. kids also provide love and other benefits. really though, all i have to do is point out or biological drive.
21.
Cohabitation before marriage is a good idea
For
I disagree with you how they can hold themselves to not show their true face I think its impossible. For example they live together 2 years and during these 2 years they hold themselves and about divorce, in my opinion they have another reasons to divorce but we cannot say that…
But where is warranty that they can know about each other if they didn't live together. May be you think that they can meet often but it not mean that they show their all sides and negative and positive. Of course they show only their positive side.
Against
Ok I agree that they can know each other characters better but why after cohabitation when they married they divorce where is the evidence that cohabitation helped them. Over 30% of partners which married after cohabitation are divorced, according to sociologist Andrew Cherlin…
I disagree with you, because even without cohabitation both partners can get a fair idea of how their partner can be after marriage, because as we know before establishing relations every person first of all determines all sides of his or her partner and only after that he…
22.
Permissive parenting is the best parenting style
For
If you are a helicopter parent then your child is missing out on a lot of different opportunities in life. Most of the lessons that kids learn are because of the mistakes that they make, so if you do everything for them then they don't learn anything and expect everything to be…
The children of the parents that cut their kids off from everything will not be able to do things on their own because they will expect everything to be handed to them because that is how it was before. The kids are not taught that the more effort they put in the better the…
Against
In my opinion permissive parenting is too hands off, especially in the developmental stages of a child's life and rebellious teen years. Children need some form of structure for their life, and when they understand the world and become mature, that's when a parent can be a…
Authoritative parents don't completely disconnect their children from technology but instead, limit their kids time to show time management and responsibility. Parentingscience. com published an article on the pros and cons of all different types of parenting styles. This…
23.
Employers should allow short power naps during work hours
For
Passing round
Round 4: no submission on round 3 from the contender, therefore I will not submit mine for this round.
Against
passing round
Nice job i give up. you win
24.
Honda ATVs are better than Polaris ATVs
For
ONE: honda is reliable just because your grandpa says it isnt doesnt mean he is right he is probably senile TWO: honda can jsut because it might get stuck every once in a while they get stuck it is probably because it is buied to the frame it is about inpossible to get somthing…
ok to start to this off i will say that i do own both and i much rather prefer honda because of its reliable and with handle anything you could possible take it through. second polaris has so many problems with them and you will put more into repairs than into riding it.
Against
Even if the honda is buried to the frame and the honda cant it out what does it mean when a polaris comes and pulls it out. It means the polaris is better and stronger. When you are going to buy a fourwheeler the first thing that you see is the color so that is the first thing…
Honda is not reliable because my grandpa has one and he thinks that it is junk and is always riding my uncles. If i remember you time i was down at the river and a kid got stuck on his honda and someone i know had to come back with his awesome four-wheeler and pull him out…
25.
Taking solo selfies reveals excessive self-focus
For
I would just like to admit that I am sexist because I believe men are expected to lead the way since it is in our genes to do so. Yes, there are women who had led humanity to great heights, but men still need standards that make them MEN. Watching musicals like Hairspray (West…
Ego-maniacs use selfies as a way to promote themselves in order to keep up their following or to attract a potential boyfriend/girlfriend. Selfies for guys are even worse because it is okay for girls to admire themselves since that's how they are, but for guys, it is just not…
Against
So you are sexist, too eh? I can tell by the way you say that it is incorrect for males, but it's okay if females do it? Why is that? What if they want some type of memoir without spending money? Yes I get so are attention hogs, but not all. It is wrongful of you to say that.…
No. Not true. And as far as self conceited, sometimes, but not all.
26.
Perfectionism is generally harmful
For
If you choose when you shoot for perfection, that's not perfectionism. Perfectionism is the impulse to constantly adjust until you reach a standard of perfect. If you're never perfect, then we have a problem with things being perfect always, then you have a problem, and this…
Perfectionism is a time killer. Many people, such as myself, are slower than the average person with actions in life. I shall give a personal example: I have sloppy hand writing when I write at a normal pace. If I write slowly, I write neater, but I have slowed myself down in…
Against
Perfectionism isn't a time killer unless you take it too seriously, or you indulge it when it's not important. When your writing something like class notes, it doesn't really matter whether or not you have sloppy handwriting. If you're handwriting something for an important…
Your correct, perfectionism differs slightly from person to person, as does everything, but that is irrelevant. The principle is that you are shooting for your individual perfect for the current situation. You are also correct in that perfectionism can't be achieved, that's why…
27.
People should date online
For
i agree with my opponent in round 1 i also disagree here"s why: some people that date online dont cheat and date more than 1 person on the internet. here"s some pros reasons i think people should date online: Over 40 million singles in the U.S have tried online dating. One out…
online dating should happen because: Experiences with online dating tend to be mixed. Some people have excellent experiences with online dating that end in satisfying relationships. Others have stories filled with confusion and frustration. Thus, much like any other way to…
Against
My opponent made some good points, but I don't believe its justification enough to date online. Online dating tends to favour people who are attractive even if they have very little to offer in the way of personality or character. Having a sense of humour pales in comparison to…
How authentic can an online relationship be? It's likely that whoever you're dating online will be playing the field, meaning they probably have a few people on the go and you'd be a fall back option. Most people you meet online are from different countries, so chances are…
28.
What people eat is a personal choice
For
1. Drugs are very similar to food in that they are both substances that when consumed affect your body in various ways based on their components 2. The use of food is when you consume the substance into your body 3. Not very relevant, Not going to respond 4. Food is not vital…
People complain about drug use among people when I really think food is an issue. Food causes many health problems like obesity and leprosy. Living things need to find alternate energy sources that will not pollute their body with diseases. People don't want to use coal as…
Against
1. Drug use is on a whole other scale than food. They are totally different and shouldn't even be compared. As for drugs, That would be a choice. 2. Also, In your round 1 you said the word "use". Food cannot be "used". This makes me confirm that you think drug use and food…
Greetings, I'll take the debate. Two questions: Do you mean it's a choice as in you don't have to eat at all and to starve yourself? Meaning you can choose not to eat ever? Like never eat food again in your life? - If you meant that, Food is not a choice and it isn't optional.…
29.
The world would be better without weddings
For
No one cares about your emotions or your son's, no offense. If we just looked for mates like wild animals do, without the need for weddings, then we'd save so much money.
I'm pretty sure I won this debate. You're probably lying about your free wedding, and even if you record a video of someone's testimony, I'd probably just claim they're lying on your behalf. Anyway, I might talk about how we should adapt wild animals' getting mates intead of…
Against
Son said it was the best wedding he'd ever been to
Son loved our wedding
30.
Love at first sight is real
For
Given that no real debate happened, I suggest a quick conduct only vote.
Extend.
Against
Love at first sight does not exist because it is not love but infatuation
31.
Teenagers should be given more freedom
For
looking forward for this debate. .. ..
Teenagers should get freedom in their life.If they do not get so they couldn't success in their life. They have to know that what is going on in their surrounding. As long as we know what to do and not do, and may sometimes even choose the wrong things and decisions we learn…
Against
What a life! How nice it would be, to sit on the beach without the constant itch in your pants! I was once on a beach, a couple years ago. The cold water was stinging, but me and my mates went in anyway. We had so much fun, we stayed on the beach for hours. But then, when we…
No they shouldn't. What are you, a little kid? I'm a goddamn 17 year old with two children and a degree in quantum physics. My parents gave me a lot of freedom as a child, and since I was a brilliant kid, they let me go to parties etc. since I didn't need to study for any of my…
32.
Intelligent men prefer dating intelligent women
For
I understand that many men prefer looks to brian, but I didn't say that the smart women aren't pretty or dumb women are pretty. What a man fears is that the woman aims to his wallet! Would you be afraid of someone marrying you for your money? A smart/intelligent woman has…
Merry Christmas SocialistRI82 and thank you for taking this challenge.:) I think you are a smart man! Jane Austin, Pride and Prejudice - "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife". Gentlemen prefer…
Against
I'll put this to bed now because I'm tired of beating this dead horse. The topic is "Smart men prefer to marry/date smart women than dumb women." You can't provide any factual evidence to support this claim. Smart men prefer whoever they want. Some are going to be "smart" and…
The argument was that smart men prefer smart women. That assertion is claiming that to be a smart man you must prefer smart women. You cannot win a debate on that premise. I can find millions of men who are academically smart who prefer looks to brains. I understand your point…
33.
Everyone should adopt a vegetarian diet
For
Hello and thanks to whoever accepts my debate. Some of the many issues we currently face regarding the environment includes global warming, water and air pollution all of which are directly connected to eating meat. There are many wasted resources, as massive amounts of land,…
Against
Ho Hum..
"Some of the many issues we currently face regarding the environment includes global warming, water and air pollution all of which are directly connected to eating meat. There are many wasted resources, as massive amounts of land, food, energy and water are required to raise…
34.
Pit bulls make good family pets
For
Those pitbulls in that article were obviously either trained to attack people or abused/neglected to the point of hating all humans, or there is the chance that they were psychologically unbalanced due to careless breeding. None of that was the original fault of the pitbulls.…
I own two. Pitbulls are awesome. Rules: No vulgarity. No hate without just reason. Have fun because it's a debate! Do you have anything to add to this?
Against
Nothing to add but good sportsmanship. One pint I would like to bring up is that pit bulls can be dangerous. If you look at this report hey can be dangerous in some cases. http://news.yahoo.com... Please get back to me about it. And everyone I don't hate pit bulls.
I accept your challenge but I would like to state the fact that I love Pitbulls I even own one but I would like to give myself a challenge. please state the rules in round 2.
35.
Runway models should face a minimum weight requirement
For
Thanks f16.Runway modelsMy Opponent has argued that since I dont further the goal of "selling clothes" that my arguments need to be ignored. The problem is that A. My arguments have monumental benefits to society; just because a models purpose isn't to prevent nuclear war, if…
Everyone please give f16 the conduct vote for not screwing me over.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ RebuttalDestroys businessMy Opponent argues that imposing a limit on the size of…
Against
Purpose of Runway models Pro doesn't actually address this until round 4 so I have no choice but to rebut it now. It is not to be considered a "new" argument. I have mentioned as early as round 2 that the purpose of a model is to sell clothes and that the imposition of a…
I am going to start off by saying that the purpose of Runway-models is to sell clothes. Nothing that my opponent mentioned furthers this goal. His entire case needs to be thrown out because he does not address or refute this definition, neither does he show how imposing a…
36.
Uniforms should not dominate people's lives
For
Uniforms should rule our lives because of lack of better ruler.
Second strike to face.
Against
People say that uniforms promote identity with the school and class, which emphasizes the common educational purpose. It puts everyone in the same boat so they are more likely to help each other succeed. Wrong!!uniforms take away kids' freedom of expression. What if I wanted to…
37.
A vegetarian lifestyle is better than a meat-eating one
For
First, you can't base your theories on our "cavemen ancestors" We live in a new era where development is key. Just because cavemen ate rocks doesn't mean we should start serving rocks to each other. And if you really believe that meat tastes good go ahead just remember that…
A vegetarian diet is better than one of a meat eater's for various reasons, but in this argument I will stress on two.Animal Suffrage: Having a vegetarian lifestyle helps not only you as an individual, but also helps save millions of animals that get harmed and slaughtered…
Against
cavemen didn't eat rocks, i don't understand your logic. I don't understand much of your sentence structure. The fact of the matter is, this debate topic is all relavent to one's own perspective. I see that a meat eating lifestyle is better than a vegetarian lifestyle, that is…
better-ADJECTIVE-comparative of good and well. oxforddictionaries.comgood-to be desired or approved oflook, your whole argument is relative of what people desire or aprove of. Also, your argument is plagarized via http://vegetarian.procon.org...;I like meat, Bacon tastes good…
38.
Consumers should buy locally produced food
For
Local cuisine deserves to be celebrated
Fresher produce
Against
Shops and consumers should buy their produce based upon their overall environmental impact
Localism is Protectionism
39.
Everyone should become vegetarian
For
First of all forcing an animal to eat items that messes up the way their body works is sick. Forcefully producing offspring that are so deformed to the extent that they lack basic needed body parts is animal crulty. It's wonderful to hear that your friends, dad is not following…
That isn't actually true. The amount of farms that actually allow the animal to live out its full life is very minimal. Why do you think organic meat is so much more expensive than "normal" meat. When I say normal I mean the meat that is full of steroids, and chemicals. And if…
Against
Well, even though it IS minimal, at least it's something. One of my friends' parents own a farm, and they always wait until the animals die. Yes, they have to wait a long time, but they feel that they should. You do have a point with some of the other sources of protein there,…
If the chickens have been built like that, the chances are that they are not self-aware. If they are, as you said, built so much out of chemicals they don't have a head, that means they have no head to have a brain. Without a brain they cannot think, nor be aware of what it…
40.
Rifles are better than shotguns for hunting
For
rifles are more accurate lighter and and easier to use than a shotgun and there is not much more to say
Against
I rest my case.
Given my opponent's apparent forfeit, I rest my case. Should my opponent wish to make a rebuttal, though, I would be unable to answer it except in closing, so if he does make such a rebuttal, I would request that voters do not hold a counter-rebuttal in closing against me.
41.
Suburbs are better places to live than rural areas
For
Suburbs are absolutely better than the country due to the fact that socially your skills are tested and strengthened because of the population the suburbs have. In the country there are not many people or places. How do you learn about the different ways there are to life and…
I have both lived in the country and the suburbs as well as the city. In order to teach your children right from wrong they need to be able to see and possibly experience the wrong and again know how to challenge it and resolve it. I believe a child's personality shouldn't be…
Against
she forfeits therefor i hld all of my previous made arguments. thanks.
Unfortunately there is wrong located all over the world, even in the country. But it is alot lesser definitely than the suburbs. And i am sure my opponent can testify that because she has lived in both. But now my opponent has said that we need to learn from right from wrong…
42.
Owners should spay female dogs unless a contract permits breeding
For
My opponents sources are trustworthy, and the facts stated are true, however, a major point is missing in his argument. He has not placed any strength in his argument. Sure, neutering is, physically, more efficient, and neutering may be faster, but there is no point to this…
Too many stray dogs roam the streets of the world. To avoid unwanted "oopsies", owners in the U.S.A should spay all female dogs. Government should provide contract allowing breeders to continue with their career. Spaying the dog will also provide much better health for the dog.
Against
Extend all my points.
It's obvious that my opponent and I are both trying to achieve the same goal here. That goal is a reduction in the canine population. Because we are both achieving the same goal, we must then judge this round based upon who achieves that goal more efficiently, more practically,…
43.
Vegetarianism is a positive lifestyle choice
For
Are you for or against a vegetarian lifestyle? Pro means that you are for it while con means that you disapprove. Note that in the first argument, I would prefer if you simply stated your side as I am doing now. I am pro vegetarianism and believe that it is a very positive…
Rebuttal for argument #1: Firstly, vegetarianism only encompasses the eating of meat, seafood, insects, and flesh of any other animal. Dairy, and eggs are only blocked out through what is known as a vegan diet, where any animal product is essentially avoided. As for the case of…
Against
As you have listed your arguments for the second round, so will I; rebuttals will begin in the third round. Essentially, in the third round, I rebuttal your arguments in round two, and you do the same as well. If you agree to these simple rules, then I will be respectful of…
I accept your challenge and will debate with you on whether or not being a vegetarian is a good life-style. Seeing that opponent has already chosen pro, I would logically take con and be against the life style of that of a vegetarian. I am against vegetarianism because it…
44.
Employers should allow visible tattoos and piercings
For
The only places where tattoos can't be covered with clothes are the face, neck, and hands. Applying the cover up to these areas will take no longer than 20 minutes, and its virtually the same as a woman applying and taking off her make up every day. The cover up retails for…
As I said before, there is makeup that is made specifically to cover up tattoos which can be used for the face as well. Here is a video demonstrating how effective it is http://www.youtube.com.... As for the heat, most offices have air conditioning. Even in the summer…
Against
There may be ways to cover up tattoos but who wants to sit there an hour before work putting heavy make up on to go to work then having to wash it off every night. It will become tedious and eventually expensive. As for piercings there may be plugs that substitute for the…
Some people have tattoos on their face and some have them on their neck. Others have full sleeves and chest pieces. How are those people going to cover them especially in the summer time when temperatures are hot? They will make themselves uncomfortable for the likings of a job…
45.
Money is the measure of success in life
For
It is unquestionable that there have been many popular people that did not have enough money. They have achieved a lot but they have no fortune. Are these people successful? According to the definition, they are not successful. Being successful is about achieving a lot,…
When we try to answer this question, we must not talk about how things should be, but how they really are. Yes, earning money is the only way to become successful nowadays. This is not how it should be, but that's how it is unfortunately. In Cambridge dictionary, successful is…
Against
* Professional success People enter a profession for reasons other than the money they might earn from their career. People want to be successful in a career when they love the type of work they do, even though they might earn no more than average pay. * Sporting success Being…
Success is often associated with celebrity. Celebrities do earn a lot of money, but notoriety and being famous for the wrong reason should never be equated with success. When the goal is to become a millionaire, in building a career, starting in business or entering a…
46.
Push-up bras should be outlawed
For
As it happens, I've been to the US quite a few times and am a huge admirer of American TV, especially documentaries like the one my opponent linked to in his rebuttal which is called "Manswers". Watching this I realised how far ahead of the rest of the world America is in terms…
Here's a story. It may seem irrelevant to begin with but please bear with me. Last weekend I decided to hold a pre-Christmas cocktail party for a few friends so I went to a discount liquor store to stock up on cheap booze. I bought a two-litre bottle of pre-mixed piï¿½a colada,…
Against
To start off, I want to state my pity for my opponent as his sad incident as he wasn't privileged to live in the US, where they play spike TV. Pushup bras clearly make boobs look better, which I say is much better than looking at saggy boobs all day. Pushup bras turn all boobs…
"This series of tests eventually enabled the scientists to establish which girls' baps made the grade and girls' didn't, which is all very well and good, but it doesn't help us. Even if you made taking these tests compulsory for all girls over the age of 18, it wouldn't stop…
47.
Country life is better than city life
For
First of all, I did not assume that everyone in rural areas are rich. In fact, we are FAR from rich but we aren't poor either. My poppa bought his land a little at a time. I did not say he bought it all at once. As for my point that homegrown food tastes better, I have no proof…
1.there is a lot of wide open spaces and you don't have many neighbors. It's very peaceful and quiet and beautiful. 2.we have the advantage that we can raise our own food.that way we know what in it and it tastes better than store bought food. We don't have to worry about…
Against
Extend.
At this point I would say I have won this debate because my opponent has never "compared" something essential to his/her argumentation. Furthermore not all of my points were discussed. In any case though I thank Georgiaheartandsoul for his/her round. 1. This still does not show…
48.
Target is a better store than Walmart
For
The price difference is not enough to hold the difference reliable. Target has a Starbucks in every store. Target also employs hot guys named Alex who become twitter famous and make the National news. His title consists of 3 words. 1 is a conjunction and 1 word is Target.…
Target is better than Walmart because they sell literally everything at Target. They have more lanes open. Also they recently opened self checkouts. Walmart is too far away from everywhere.
Against
The price difference is actually significantly different as I can go to Wal-Mart and spend less money on groceries than I can if I go to Target. As Target may have Starbucks, Wal-mart stores have a variety of different restaurants inside of them like McDonald's and Subway. Alex…
Wal-mart is better than Target because they're prices are a lot more affordable for lower-income families and you can find things easier. Depending on where you live, Wal-mart could be closer than Target so the distance away from you is really subjective. Wal-mart has opened up…
49.
Heavier passengers should pay more for flights
For
The cost of an airline ticket should reflect the total weight of the passenger and luggage together, as this directly affects how much fuel the aircraft uses. Fat people should not expect normal people to subsidise them. If I have excess baggage, I don't organise a whip-round…
Thanks for your persistence, I would have thought you would have accepted the unassailable nature of my arguments and conceded the debate long before now! Anyway, let's revisit the ongoing dispute over fuel. You wrote: "People pay the same amount." That's why it's so unfair,…
Against
Let's begin. First, you can disregard the argument about blubber overflowing into other people's seats. While it may be an inconvenience for the people in the other seats, it doesn't affect the cost that the airline spends on fuel or anything else. In fact, it is totally…
"Thanks for your persistence, I would have thought you would have accepted the unassailable nature of my arguments and conceded the debate long before now!" You should vote CON just because of how much of an egotistical jerk my opponent is being. But let's go on, anyway. "But…
50.
Men and women can be platonic friends
For
The instigator did not make the resolution clear. By judging the tone of the resolution and Con's post in first round,I assume he is saying that it is not possible to for men and women to be actually friends. So, My job is to establish a possiblity that men can be friends with…
Extend
Against
Allowing for biological imperative, emotional need and scriptural precedence is it actually possible for men and women to remain simply friends.

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