Debate Topics
The Underground Railroad: A Record of Facts, Authentic Narratives, Letters, &c., Narrating the Hardships, Hair-Breadth Escapes and Death Struggles of the Slaves in Their Efforts for Freedom, As Related by Themselves and Others, or Witnessed by the Author. by Still, William
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Justified Deception
"When fighting against injustice, are deception and dishonesty morally justifiable, even if they compromise personal integrity?"
The Burden of Freedom
"Is physical freedom alone enough to truly liberate someone from the shackles of slavery, or does the psychological and emotional burden of the past continue to bind them?"
The Limits of Non-Violence
"In the face of systemic violence and oppression, is non-violent resistance always the most effective and morally justifiable approach, or are there times when more forceful action is necessary and even morally required?"
The Role of Privilege
"How can privileged individuals effectively contribute to the fight against injustice without inadvertently centering their own experiences or overshadowing the voices and agency of those who are directly affected?"
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