Debate Topics
James Madison by Gay, Sydney Howard
Pick a story conflict
Federal Power vs. States' Rights
"Is a strong centralized government necessary for the prosperity and stability of a nation, or does it inevitably lead to tyranny and the suppression of individual liberties?"
The Role of Ambition in Public Service
"Can a truly selfless leader exist, or is ambition an essential, albeit potentially dangerous, driving force for positive change?"
The Ideal of Republicanism
"Is a truly virtuous and self-governing republic a realistic aspiration, or is it destined to be corrupted by human nature and the inevitable pursuit of self-interest?"
The Morality of Compromise
"Is compromise a necessary evil in politics, or a betrayal of one's core principles that ultimately undermines the pursuit of justice?"
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