Debate Topics Generator
Practice debate with 705+ topics across 22 categories
British-style debate with government and opposition
Your Debate Topic
This house believes that democracy is the best form of government
Politics & GovernmentbeginnerMotion#1
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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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Parliamentary Debate Topics
Parliamentary debate (Parli) is a team debate format modeled after the British Parliament. It features two sides: Government (supporting the motion) and Opposition (opposing it). This format emphasizes improvisation, wit, and persuasive speaking.
Parli Debate Speech Times
- • Prime Minister Constructive: 7 minutes
- • Leader of Opposition Constructive: 8 minutes
- • Member of Government: 8 minutes
- • Leader of Opposition Rebuttal: 5 minutes
Key Features of Parli Debate
- • Team format (2 debaters per side)
- • Limited preparation time (15-20 minutes)
- • Points of Information (POIs) allowed
- • Topics announced just before round
- • Emphasizes rhetorical skill and quick thinking