Debate Topics Generator
Practice debate with 705+ topics across 22 categories
One-on-one value debate format popular in high school
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This house believes that democracy is the best form of government
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How to Use
- • Select a debate format (Pro/Con, Lincoln-Douglas, Parliamentary, etc.)
- • Filter by topic type: Motions, Flip topics, or Policy Resolutions
- • Choose your side and practice arguing that position
- • Use the built-in timer with format-specific speech lengths
- • Track your practice history to see your progress
Debate Formats Explained
Pro/Con (Simple)
Basic debate format with one speaker for each side
Sides: Pro vs Con
Lincoln-Douglas (LD)
One-on-one value debate format popular in high school
Sides: Affirmative vs Negative
Parliamentary (Parli)
British-style debate with government and opposition
Sides: Government vs Opposition
Policy (CX)
Team debate focused on specific policy proposals
Sides: Affirmative vs Negative
Public Forum (PF)
Accessible team debate on current events
Sides: Pro vs Con
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Lincoln-Douglas Debate Topics
Lincoln-Douglas (LD) debate is a one-on-one competitive debate format that focuses on philosophical and value-based arguments. Named after the famous 1858 debates between Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas, this format is popular in high school debate competitions.
LD Debate Speech Times
- • Affirmative Constructive: 6 minutes
- • Cross-Examination: 3 minutes
- • Negative Constructive: 7 minutes
- • Cross-Examination: 3 minutes
- • Affirmative Rebuttal: 4 minutes
- • Negative Rebuttal: 6 minutes
- • Affirmative Final Focus: 3 minutes
Key Features of LD Debate
- • One-on-one format (single debater per side)
- • Focus on values and philosophical frameworks
- • Topics typically involve ethical questions
- • Preparation time: 4 minutes total