Debaters are thinking people. They think about the world. They think hard. Then they debate. But only after they've thought a lot. Here are some ways of thinking about common debating topics.
Posted 2nd March 2024
Posted 18th February 2024
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By julianbellwebsite
Should we take down statues of racists?
Many statues in public places are of people whose actions and words we now find unacceptable. Should we take them down?
Posted 31st January 2024
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By julianbellwebsite
Should smoking be banned?
The government wants to stop anyone born after 2009 buying tobacco. Is this a good idea?
Posted 14th January 2024
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By julianbellwebsite
Should the Elgin Marbles be returned to Greece?
Many museums are full of objects taken from other countries. Should they be returned?
Posted 20th November 2023
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By julianbellwebsite
Posted 1st November 2023
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By julianbellwebsite
Are quotas the best way to combat racism?
Is positive discrimination on the grounds of race fair? Is it effective?
Posted 2nd October 2023
Posted 2 years ago
By julianbellwebsite
Combating climate change: rules or markets?
Which is a better way of dealing with climate change: making people do the right thing, or encouraging them to do the right thing?
Posted 18th September 2023
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By julianbellwebsite
Posted 19th June 2023
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By Unknown
Equality or equity?
Should we treat everyone the same? Or should we take into account the circumstances of individuals and groups?
Posted 4th June 2023
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By Unknown
The story of the five farmers
How can a story about farmers and cows help us to think about climate change?
Posted 3rd May 2023
Posted 2 years ago
By Unknown
Is private education fair?
Should parents be able to buy their children advantages by sending them to a private school?
